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

Chapter 1688:

Lucas released a quiet laugh. “I couldn’t help but notice how naturally you and Carola connect.”

Belinda’s smile brightened with authentic warmth. “She’s always commanded my respect and admiration. However, when it came to selecting a life partner, I must admit her judgment proved somewhat questionable.”

Despite Baker being her biological father, Belinda never hesitated to voice her honest opinion about his character.

Lucas burst into genuine laughter at her candid assessment.

Throughout their meal, Carola became increasingly aware of Kylee’s wandering attention. Kylee’s gaze repeatedly sought out Belinda and Lucas across the restaurant.

help but say, “Keep

what advantages Belinda possesses that I lack. What made Lucas choose her as his wife all those years ago instead of me? Wasn’t I far better than that overweight, plain woman Belinda used

Kylee; she genuinely could not understand Lucas’s

tortured herself with the thought—what if Lucas had chosen to marry her instead of Belinda back then? Would their current

because fate had different plans.

heavy silence, but the more her mind churned over these thoughts, the more intensely her heart blazed

the table and enveloped Kylee’s hand in her own. “Don’t dwell on these thoughts. Someday,

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harsh, bitter laugh escaped Kylee’s

a face full of irony, her words sharp as a blade. “Mom, do you honestly believe