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

Chapter 1453:

More surprising still, Belinda didn’t seem the least bit fazed by it. On the contrary, she looked perfectly at ease.

Once Belinda had neatly stacked the final file, Lucas took her hand and, without another word, led her out. They stepped into the elevator and descended to the parking lot.

As soon as they stepped out of the elevator, Lucas exhaled lightly and said, “My dad almost mentioned your name to Nalani. Good thing I stopped him in time.”

Belinda chuckled. “He must’ve thought you were acting strangely.”

“I’m pretty sure he did,” Lucas replied with a smile.

After a short drive, they arrived at a quiet, elegant restaurant. They went to a private dining room, where Harold and Norma were already waiting.

As the waiter stepped out after taking their orders, Harold finally turned to Lucas.

“Lucas,” he said, lowering his voice, “why did you stop me from mentioning Belinda’s name in Barbara’s hospital room?”

“That was my request. Nalani is currently deciding between me and the department head

to choose me, not because of my skills, but because of

reflecting understanding. “I see. That’s very

“But if she

help but smile at that. “You really believe in me that

You’re second to none,” Harold replied with

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“But tell me honestly, Belinda. Are you confident you can treat

Belinda answered without hesitation, her eyes steady and

with a nod and a relieved smile. “That’s all I needed

of the meal passed with cheerful

it ended, Lucas drove Belinda back

pulled to a stop, Belinda unfastened her seatbelt and reached for

Lucas asked with a grin, “So? How did I do

Belinda replied, “Not bad.”