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

Chapter 1623:

Faye lowered her gaze, biting her lip, and remained silent. Her slightly dazed expression made it clear that she was still under the influence of alcohol.

Belinda stepped in with quiet authority. “Lucas. Whatever you have to say, save it for tomorrow when she’s sober. Right now, she just needs to get home.”

Lucas didn’t argue. Since Belinda had said so, he complied. He cast another glance down at Faye and asked coldly, “Can you walk on your own?”

Faye remained motionless for nearly ten excruciating seconds before her body finally responded to her desperate commands. She struggled with tremendous effort, attempting to lift herself from the floor.

Despite her relentless determination, she discovered that standing was utterly impossible. Her expression twisted with frustration.

Lucas observed her humiliating predicament with detached interest, then gestured toward the bartender who was hovering nearby. “Could you please help me get her to my car?” he said politely.

in the bar. The bartender’s eyes widened with visible surprise, but he quickly recovered and nodded with eager

moment Faye heard Lucas’ words, her body froze. She hadn’t anticipated that even in her current vulnerable state, Lucas would refuse to help her up personally or carry

to avoid any physical interaction

Sandoval, please allow me to help you rise,” the bartender said in

contact with her trembling form, Faye violently

touch me!” she exclaimed,

explosive outburst. Her aggressive shove sent him stumbling

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his feet, and as he extended his hand once again to

Don’t you dare lay a

He turned to Lucas with

remained silent. He simply maintained his position, his glacial stare fixed unwaveringly on Faye, who continued sitting