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?”

could answer, Belinda said, “That was my request. Nalani is currently deciding between me and the department head to be Barbara’s

learns about my connection with you, she might feel pressured to choose me, not because of my skills, but

reflecting understanding. “I see.

a short pause, he added with sincerity, “But if she

at that. “You really

course! You’re second to none,” Harold

smile widened; she was touched by his unwavering faith in

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without hesitation, her eyes

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

rest of the meal passed with

Lucas drove Belinda back to Grand Plains

a stop, Belinda unfastened her seatbelt and reached for

asked with a grin, “So? How

Belinda replied, “Not bad.”