His unwanted wife, the world’s coveted genius by Derk Blaylock

Chapter 1056

Chapter 1056:

She knew she needed to make things clear.

It might seem cruel now, but deep down, she believed it was the best course of action for both of them.

After what felt like an eternity, Devin slowly rose from the sofa.

He said nothing—just turned and walked to leave the study.

Belinda also stood up and said sincerely to his retreating figure, “I’m truly sorry. Please try to move on.”

At her words, Devin trembled slightly; his steps faltered momentarily, but he did not turn back. After a brief pause, he continued to walk away.

In the end, he wasn’t even sure how he had left the room—his mind was blank, his body moving on instinct alone.

Only when Devin disappeared around the corner of the staircase did the door of the bedroom adjacent to the study creak open.

Out of the shadows, a tall and well-built individual emerged.

joy, his heart pounding in his chest like

had overheard the whole conversation between Belinda and

he had gone directly to the second

been about to reach her door, he

had been

the thrill at

respect, he restrained himself. Eavesdropping wasn’t something he would normally do, but in that instant, he had no choice.

expected to hear those words… words Belinda had never said to him before. Words that proved she had never

Lucas was truly happy.

slipped into the adjacent room, choosing not to let Devin

after Devin had left, he took a

her eyes widening

began, her voice laced

crossed the distance in a heartbeat and

against his chest, Belinda tilted her head slightly, her voice barely above a whisper. “When did you get here? And…

a knowing smile. “I heard

felt a