Chapter 799



Lucas—who had been in a bad mood earlier—suddenly turned to face her; his eyes locked onto hers. “Are you explaining things to me?”

Belinda remained silent under his piercing gaze; however, Lucas had already unfastened his seatbelt and leaned toward her with determination, wrapping his arms around her in an embrace.

As Belinda collided against Lucas’ chest, she distinctly heard the robust thumping of his heartbeat. Each pulse resonated profoundly within her, like a rhythmic drum. Just as she was on the verge of resisting, Lucas’ deep, somewhat pained voice gently echoed near her ear.

“Belinda, tell me—what can I possibly do to mend the heart I’ve wounded so deeply?”

Belinda’s hand, which had been poised to shove him away, paused mid-air. Her gaze remained composed, masking the turmoil swirling within her.

Taking a deep breath, she parted her crimson lips slightly and spoke with determination. “Lucas, I don’t wish to linger on these matters any longer. I feel as though I’m finally in a good place now, and I don’t want to disturb that peace. Please… Let me go. Don’t waste your time on me anymore.”

When Lucas heard her words, his expression instantly shifted.

He straightened himself, placing his hands firmly on Belinda’s shoulders. Gazing deeply into her eyes with a serious and resolute demeanor, he stated, “No matter what happens, I won’t let go. If you cherish your current state and desire no change, then I’ll just wait for you. When the day arrives that you’re ready for a different kind of life, you’ll think of me.”

Belinda frowned slightly, frustration welling up inside her. “Lucas, there’s no need for you to do this—”

Lucas interjected, “I want to do this.”

Without granting Belinda an opportunity to reply further, he leaned in and pressed a soft kiss to her forehead. His voice was low and gravelly as he added softly, “Alright, go home now and get some rest.”

Feel the thrill at g aln ov el s . com Belinda bit her lip in exasperation as she glared up at him. “You!”

“I am sorry,” Lucas replied with feigned innocence. “I couldn’t help myself.”

Belinda gritted her teeth, her face a portrait of exasperation.

Ultimately choosing silence over further confrontation, she flung the car door open with decisive force and got out. Then, she went home.

As Lucas observed her retreating silhouette, his lips curled into a faint smile. The tumult within his heart finally began to settle somewhat, replaced by a flicker of hope.

During the journey back from the Clark family’s residence, Nigel couldn’t help but say to Devin with an air of intrigue, “Did you notice how much Lucas cares for Belinda?”

Every word he utters and every action he takes—his heart and mind are utterly fixated on her. From what I could observe tonight, their interactions show they are very close. Belinda didn’t seem inclined to resist his presence at all. She appeared genuinely at ease with him nearby.”

Devin replied with a knowing nod. “That’s only natural. They were married before.”

Nigel glanced at Devin thoughtfully. “What I’m suggesting is… Perhaps you should let the matter go. I’ll find you someone else who’s more fitting for you.”

“Absolutely not,” Devin responded firmly.

Staring straight ahead with unwavering focus, Devin declared, “This time, I refuse to yield.”

Nigel’s expression shifted slightly as curiosity sparked in his eyes. “Devin, what do you mean by that? You…”

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