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

Chapter 1718:

Faye nearly mentioned she had driven here and could get Lucas home, but she caught herself, swallowing the words. She simply nodded her agreement.

Vincent started toward the unconscious Lucas, then stopped as his phone’s sharp ring cut through the quiet. He retrieved the device and pressed it to his ear. “Hello?”

Whatever voice reached him through the speaker drained the color from his face. “What? How is that even possible?”

After a moment, he said, “Fine. I understand. I’m heading there now.”

He ended the call and turned to Faye, frustration written across his features. “I’m sorry, Faye. An emergency has erupted at my company that demands my immediate attention. I can’t drive you and Lucas home now. Let me arrange a designated driver for you.”

necessary, Vincent. Handle your emergency—it sounds serious. I can take Uncle Lucas home myself. My car’s outside, and I haven’t touched a drop of alcohol tonight. I

creasing with uncertainty. “I’m not sure about

“Trust me. I’ll drive carefully. We’ll be fine.” Her lips pressed into a thin line, betraying a trace of apprehension. “Besides, having a stranger

“All right, then. Get Lucas home safely, and please—drive with

have my

get him to your car.” Vincent moved to where Lucas lay sprawled, hoisted him up with considerable effort, and led him out of the

carried the weight of genuine concern. “Once you arrive at the house, contact Belinda immediately. She’ll help you get Lucas inside. You won’t be able to

new

and nodded. “Okay.

“Bye.”

sidewalk, watching as the car’s taillights disappeared into the night. His eyes then narrowed with contemplation. He retrieved his phone and placed a