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

Chapter 1393:

Darwin forced a faint smile onto his handsome face. “Really? That’s good to hear.”

Despite his words, his smile felt strained. After a brief pause, he continued, “So, why is Mr. Clark going after the Wright family?”

Belinda’s gaze dropped, her voice steady. “Lucas’ move against the Wright family is indeed related to me. But as for the exact reason… I’d rather not say.”

Darwin quickly backtracked. “I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have probed.” Though Belinda’s expression remained neutral, he sensed the topic was sensitive for her.

“It’s okay,” Belinda said, offering a breezy smile, her tone light.

As they ate, Darwin seemed to think of something. “By the way, has Zaria bothered you again?”

“No, she hasn’t. Why do

a hint of resignation in his voice. “I was worried she might pull something like

you or that we’re closer than we are. I can tell Zaria is interested in me and maybe even wants to be with me. But I’m not interested in her. I’m just

and concern etched

gave a soft laugh, understanding his

You can’t guarantee that something like what happened with Minna won’t happen again. But you don’t need to obsess over what others think. After all,

I’m just

could reply, he continued, “We’re friends. I don’t want anyone to harm you. It’s rare for me to

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how to respond. Minna’s actions were

of thing won’t happen again. Please trust me on that, and I hope this doesn’t make you consider

a trace of pleading in Darwin’s