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

Chapter 309

Chapter 309:

Besides, since Macie could sneak the necklace into my bag, that must mean she had already dealt with the

surveillance footage beforehand.

If anyone checked the footage, she would be the first one to be exposed.”

Darren nodded upon hearing that.

“The thought of Macie and Minna facing the consequences of their actions is truly satisfying,” Bethany said with

a smile.

Belinda and Darren also smiled.

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When Belinda returned home, she changed out of her gown, washed off her makeup, and took a shower.

She then cout of the bathroom, took a seat at the vanity to do her skincare routine when the door opened.

Belinda saw Lucas entering through the mirror.

Lucas looked around the room for Belinda as he entered, and their eyes met in the mirror.

Neither of them said a word at first.

After a few seconds, Lucas walked over to Belinda.

Coldly, he asked, “Why did you refer to us as just friends at the banquet, Belinda?”

Belinda seemed puzzled by his question. “What else should | have said? That I'm your wife?” she replied.

Lucas chuckled coldly at this. “What? Does calling yourself my wife embarrass you?”

Belinda stood up and turned to face Lucas. “I don’t understand what you're saying, Mr. Clark.

You explicitly warnedto stay away from you and not tell anyone that I'm your wife.

| just did what you askedto do.

Why are you upset about it?” she asked.

Lucas was left momentarily at a loss for words.

Belinda raised an eyebrow and let out a soft chuckle. “What's this? Are you having second thoughts about that,

Mr. Clark? Are you finally ready to announce our relationship to the world?”

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Lucas’ expression hardened as he scoffed, “No. That would be a terrible idea.”

Without another word, he turned and strode into the walk-in closet, cutting off any chance for Belinda to

respond.

Belinda watched him walk away, her lips curving into a faint, amused smile. She sat back down and resumed her

skincare routine, her movements unhurried and calm.

Belinda was lost in thought. Tonight, Lucas had done something unexpected—he had stood up for her. This

surprised her.

After all, three years ago, no matter what trouble she encountered or whom she argued with at any gathering,

Lucas would never have intervened to defend her. At parties, whenever she found herself in trouble or in the

midst of an argument, Lucas remained indifferent. He wouldn't even spare her a glance as if she were invisible.

But now, Lucas’ attitude toward her had clearly changed. She had noticed the changes, but...