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

Chapter 1240:

He paused briefly, his eyes turning sharp and unforgiving. “There are some matters that need to be settled once and for all.”

As Lucas spoke, a subtle shimmer passed through Belinda’s gaze. She straightened up a little, turning to face him. “I’ll head home now, then.”

Lucas tilted his head, surprised. “You’re not going to stay?”

With a slight shake of her head, Belinda replied in a gentle tone, “No, I’m confident you will deal with this properly.” She felt comfortable entrusting the matter to Lucas.

Her unwavering faith in him touched Lucas deeply. He didn’t press her. “Alright.”

Standing up, Belinda said, “Make sure you’re back early for dinner; I’m making that dish you love.”

“Okay,” Lucas replied. A warm grin spread across his face, his eyes brimming with affection.

had departed, Lucas instructed Gordon to bring Verena

no time, and

need me for?” Verena stammered,

her over without much care, heightening her

bored glance her way. “You really don’t

managed to mask her panic, adopting a look of innocent bewilderment. “I genuinely have no clue, Lucas. What’s

The tampered drink with hallucinogens. Do I need to

at

“The Alvarado family’s banquet? The tampered drink? Wait—Lucas, how did you know I was drugged? You’re right, that night, I said some

timed her reaction perfectly, widening her

chase. “Did you think using a disposable phone and disguising your voice to reach out to Carmelita would keep me in the dark about the matter? Consuela was at the Goldmeadow Restaurant that evening. She witnessed the incident and called you right away to tell you about it. Moments

betrayed her—a quick,

together more than

when Lucas had no solid proof