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?”

shook her head. “No, she hasn’t. Why do

a relief,” Darwin said, a hint of resignation in his

to explain, “I mean, because I’m not exactly outgoing, I don’t have many friends, especially female friends. So when people see us dining or talking, they might assume I’m into 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 concerned she might, like Minna, misinterpret our friendship and cause you

knitted tightly, frustration and concern

gave a soft

guarantee that something like what happened with Minna won’t happen again. But you don’t need to obsess over what others

But… I’m just scared someone

anyone to harm you. It’s rare for me to find someone I can truly connect with. I don’t want that

??????

respond. Minna’s actions were still vivid in

that kind of thing won’t happen again. Please trust me on that, and I

was a trace of pleading in