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

Chapter 1756:

Belinda drew in a steady breath, her shoulders relaxing as she spoke. “You can all sit back down now.”

After a brief pause, she continued, “I accept your gratitude.”

The entire Happer family, who had risen to their feet in unison, now lowered themselves back onto the plush sofas with measured movements.

Galen turned toward Belinda, his expression weighed with earnest conviction. “Ms. Wright, should the circumstances ever require the Happer family’s support, or if our help could serve you in any capacity, please don’t hesitate to reach out.”

Belinda met his gaze directly, her eyes unwavering. A slight curve touched her lips as she spoke with steady resolve. “When I pulled Carola from danger, it was pure instinct. I couldn’t bear to watch her suffer or face danger, so I acted without thinking. My actions had nothing to do with your family, and I wasn’t seeking favors from any of you. However, since you’ve offered, I’ll accept.”

Her penetrating gaze swept deliberately across each member of the Happer family present.

Lyle and Mitchell, her expression sharpening

warmth toward your family. Should we

cut through the air with brutal honesty, offering

tightened into uncomfortable masks, yet they

to Belinda’s refreshingly direct

replied, though resignation colored his

your

a brief, loaded look. They both understood that Belinda’s contempt for their family was a direct result of their own past

struggled to find words that could adequately express the turmoil churning within them. They were unsure of

for a while longer, Galen diplomatically suggested it was time to leave. He knew that Belinda had no desire for their extended presence, and the Happer family had never planned

extending such an invitation either. As soon as Galen voiced their departure, both Belinda and Lucas rose smoothly to escort them toward