Chapter 1026



Norma’s lips quivered. “I… I didn’t mean it like that.”

But deep down, she knew he was right. She had been so consumed with protecting Lucas that she hadn’t stopped to consider what her words would mean to Belinda.

Belinda had smiled politely at her, but now Norma realized—that smile must have masked immense pain.

After a while, Harold said, “Alright, let’s refrain from getting involved in this matter any longer. Allow Lucas to manage it his way.”

Norma bit down on her lip and nodded, remaining silent.

Lucas hurried toward Belinda’s place, urgency coursing through him.

Throughout the journey, guilt gnawed at his insides, and anguish clouded his thoughts.

He gripped the steering wheel tightly, unable to fathom how Belinda must have felt upon hearing his mother’s words.

As soon as he arrived, Lucas strode toward the door, only to be blocked by the maid.

Lucas’ expression darkened. His patience was running thin. “You have three seconds to open this door. If you don’t, I’ll open it myself.”

The maid’s expression shifted instantly. “Mr. Clark, you—”

“Three. Two—” Before Lucas could finish, the maid hurriedly opened the door and stepped aside.

She knew Lucas wasn’t bluffing.

galnovels . com is your storytelling hub Without hesitation, Lucas stepped inside and headed straight for the second floor—directly to Belinda’s room.

Lucas looked at Belinda. She had grown even thinner. Her once-soft features had sharpened, and her face was pale, making her appear more fragile than ever.

A tightness gripped Lucas’ chest at the sight of her like this.

Without hesitation, he stepped forward and wrapped his arms around her.

His embrace was warm and familiar—a place Belinda had once found solace in. For a fleeting moment, she wanted to sink into it, to shield herself from everything. But she dared not let herself do that.

Within two seconds, she placed her hands on Lucas’ chest and gently pushed him away.

“I’m sorry…” Lucas suddenly said.

Belinda stiffened slightly, her breath catching.

Lucas’ voice was low, rough with emotion. “I apologize for my mother’s words. Don’t let them affect you.”

Belinda’s expression flickered for just a moment before she straightened herself, masking her emotions behind an icy calm. “This has nothing to do with Norma. You and I have been over for a long time. Even if she hadn’t said those things, I still wouldn’t want anything to do with you.”

Lucas dropped his gaze, his expression darkening. “Belinda, is it that no matter what I say, you won’t believe me and won’t give me another chance?”

Belinda’s voice was cold and unwavering. “It’s not about believing you. The truth is, I don’t feel anything for you anymore. I don’t want to get back together with you.”

Lucas spoke with certainty. “Belinda, you can’t fool me. I know you still have feelings for me.”

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