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

Chapter 1228:

A few moments later, Carmelita stepped into the room.

“What’s going on?” she asked, her voice composed, though her gaze flickered for a split second when she noticed Belinda and Lucas seated on the sofa. She quickly masked her emotions.

Nigel turned his attention to Lucas. “Lucas, she’s here. Say what you need to say.”

Lucas’ piercing gaze locked onto Carmelita. “I’ll give you a chance. Tell the truth yourself.”

Carmelita frowned slightly, feigning confusion. “Tell the truth? About what?” She let out a nervous chuckle. “Lucas, I don’t understand what you mean.”

dropped a degree colder. “The Alvarado family’s

stiffened. Her fingers twitched ever so slightly, though

confronting her based

what, she

what you’re talking about! The

voice rang out, sharp with realization. “Lucas, are you saying that Verena’s erratic behavior and convulsions last

And that the drugged drink was originally intended for Dr. Wright? And… you’re implying Carmelita is responsible for all of this?” His quick deduction made Carmelita’s heart

face

on the other hand, gasped, shaking her head in denial. “No! That’s impossible! Lucas, Carmelita would never do such a thing! There must be some

head fervently. “Lucas, I swear, I had nothing to

patience, tossed a stack of documents onto the table.