Chapter 1139



Belinda’s hands, which had been cradling Lucas’ face, slid around his neck as she melted into the moment. She shut her eyes, savoring the kiss.

By the time they pulled away, Lucas still looked somewhat unsatisfied.

But even so, after the kiss, the unease in his chest seemed to disappear.

Belinda chuckled and tilted her head. “So? You’re not upset anymore?”

Lucas remained silent, but his softened gaze was answer enough.

Belinda then left to visit her grandmother in the hospital, while Lucas returned to work.

Belinda deliberately kept the recent kidnapping incident from Kenia, not wanting to worry her.

Fortunately, the injury on her arm was minor, and with her jacket covering it, she knew Kenia wouldn’t discover it.

After spending the morning at the hospital, Belinda left just before lunchtime and made her way to the Thomas estate.

Unless there were special circumstances, Santino and Darren usually had lunch at home with Mollie. So when Belinda arrived, the entire Thomas family was there.

Belinda had a meal with them. After lunch, as they sat in the living room, Belinda finally told them about the kidnapping.

Mollie’s expression darkened instantly. “What? Has Rhys completely lost his mind? How dare he do something like that?”

She turned quickly to Belinda, scanning her up and down. “Belinda, you’re sure you’re okay? Don’t lie to me just so I won’t worry about you!”

Belinda gave her a reassuring smile. “I’m really okay. My injury is minor and has already been treated, so there’s nothing to worry about.”

Santino’s expression grew cold. “Looks like we’ve been far too lenient with the Williamson family.”

Darren’s voice was low and steady. “Where is Rhys now?”

“Lucas had his hands broken before turning him over to the police,” Belinda replied.

Santino narrowed his eyes, his voice carrying a chilling certainty. “It’s time to clear out the old power in the elite circles and make way for new blood.” This made it clear he had no intention of holding back anymore. The Williamson family had crossed the line, and he was ready to bring them down completely now.

No one in the room spoke against it. The silence was enough to show their agreement.

After a moment, Mollie exhaled and said, “Honestly, we owe Darwin for this. If it weren’t for him, who knows what could have happened to Belinda…” Her voice wavered slightly, laced with worry.

Darren nodded in firm agreement. “You’re right. We should properly express our gratitude,” he said.

Just then, something seemed to dawn on Santino. He turned to Belinda.

“Belinda, this Darwin…”

Just as Santino was about to continue speaking, he abruptly stopped.

“What about Darwin?” Belinda asked, sensing his hesitation.

After a brief pause, Santino shook his head. “Nothing.”

Though Belinda found his reaction odd, she chose not to press him further. After spending some time chatting, Belinda excused herself to rest upstairs before heading back to the hospital.

That afternoon, Kylee received an unexpected call from Verena.

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