His unwanted wife, the world’s coveted genius

Chapter 651:

Tears welled up in Verena’s eyes as she bit her lip. “I can’t move on! Lucas, I don’t believe you feel absolutely nothing for me. You can’t possibly—”

“That’s your problem,” Lucas interjected, his voice cutting like steel. His rejection was absolute, offering no room for negotiation.

Just as Verena was about to say something, she caught sight of Belinda approaching in the distance. A spark lit in her gaze as an idea formed in her mind.

Without hesitation, Verena stepped closer, cupped Lucas’ face, and leaned in, her lips angling toward his.

Belinda had just exited the restroom and was walking back to the private room when she heard muffled voices. Out of curiosity, she glanced over. That single glance made her freeze, her expression changing in an instant.

Belinda saw Verena clasp Lucas’ face, leaning in as if to kiss him.

She then caught the unmistakable sound of a kiss. Her complexion drained of color, and her legs threatened to give way. She couldn’t bear to linger here any longer.

Her steps quickened into an unsteady run as she fled the scene, her heart pounding in her chest.

When she finally reached the door of the private room, she stopped, leaning heavily against the wall for support. Her thoughts swirled chaotically. A bitter, self-deprecating smile curled her lips.

At that moment, she couldn’t quite describe what she was feeling inside.

Verena had kissed Lucas! And worst of all, he hadn’t even pushed her away.

Just hours earlier, Lucas had spoken about pursuing her sincerely. Yet just now, he had been kissing Verena.

Was Lucas just playing her for a fool?

The thought sent a wave of anger coursing through Belinda.noveldrama

But what she didn’t know was the truth behind the scene she had witnessed. Verena hadn’t actually kissed Lucas. They hadn’t even been close enough for their lips to meet.

It was just the angle that made it look like a kiss.

That exaggerated kissing sound was something Verena had intentionally created, ensuring Belinda would hear it from afar.

If only Belinda had stayed five seconds longer, she would have seen Lucas push Verena away.

“What are you doing?” Lucas said, his features darkening with anger, and disgust flashed in his eyes.

Caught off guard, Verena staggered backward as Lucas pushed her away.

Her back hit the wall with a dull thud, sending a sharp jolt of pain through her.

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