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.

her expression sharpening with unspoken judgment. Eventually, her focus returned to Galen

family. Should we cross paths in public, I will regard you

with brutal honesty, offering no sugarcoating

family tightened into uncomfortable masks, yet they understood the

drawn to

well,” Galen replied, though

your

exchanged a brief, loaded look. They both understood that Belinda’s contempt for their family

could adequately express the turmoil churning within them. They were unsure of how to

that Belinda had no desire for their extended presence, and

soon as Galen voiced