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

Chapter 1138:

No, the real reason was obvious: he harbored feelings for Belinda.

Why else would he have knelt before Rhys and stabbed himself repeatedly just to protect her?

That wasn’t something done out of mere responsibility—it was an act driven by love.

But Lucas wasn’t about to tell Belinda this.

He certainly wouldn’t help his rival in love confess his feelings to the woman he loved.

Clearing his throat, Lucas said coldly, “I’ve already arranged for a caregiver to tend to you during your recovery, Darwin. If you need anything else, reach out to me directly.”

The message in his words was crystal clear—Darwin could contact him, not Belinda.

Darwin’s lips curled slightly as he met Lucas’ gaze. “Alright. Thank you, Mr. Clark.”

Shortly after, Lucas and Belinda took their leave.

Darwin and said, “While

touched Darwin’s

hand, visibly stiffened,

didn’t even try to mask

more at

the car, Belinda couldn’t help but notice the storm brewing in Lucas’ expression. She tilted her head in curiosity. “What’s wrong? Why do you look so upset? Did

a sharp glance, his frustration boiling

in confusion. “Me?

sharply. “I’m

brows lifted in mild

didn’t answer, but the sharpness in

Belinda sighed, feeling resigned.

reached out, playfully ruffling Lucas’ hair. “Lucas, there’s no reason for you to

going to cook for him and deliver his meals every

hers, intense and unwavering. “Belinda, you belong to me! I won’t allow you to treat another man so well

care of Darwin’s

by her response, but soon,