Chapter 839



It was clear Lucas was serious about this.

Taking a deep breath, Ryan finally said, “Very well, I won’t bring her up again. Let’s focus on you instead. How is your injury?”

“It’s nothing serious,” Lucas replied curtly but showed a hint of softness in his expression.

“That’s reassuring,” Ryan replied with a nod of acknowledgment. He gazed at Lucas; his emotions were an indescribable blend of feelings.

To be honest, he had never imagined Lucas would go to such lengths for Belinda…

Outside the room, When Belinda returned, she immediately spotted Verena seated forlornly on a bench outside Lucas’ ward.

Noticing Verena outside the room instead of entering the ward caused Belinda’s brow to furrow slightly.

When Verena saw Belinda approach, her expression transformed in an instant.

She rose quickly to her feet and locked eyes with Belinda…

“Miss Reed, aren’t you stepping in?” Belinda inquired with a courteous smile, breaking the stillness that hung heavy in the air.

Her words resonated sharply within Verena’s heart, cutting through her composure like a blade.

To Verena, Belinda’s words felt nothing short of blatant provocation, an intentional jab disguised as innocent curiosity.

“The atmosphere here is pleasant. I just felt like getting some fresh air,” Verena replied evenly, holding Belinda’s gaze.

“Ah, I understand,” Belinda said, her tone carrying a subtle edge. Then, she let out a soft laugh.

“It’s not every day that someone comes to a hospital just to enjoy the air in the corridor.”

Verena couldn’t ignore the mockery laced in Belinda’s tone, but she found herself grappling for a suitable response, her mind swirling with frustration.

Clenching her jaw tightly, she said, “Lucas is simply upset with me at the moment. Once he calms down, my relationship with him will revert to its former state!”

Belinda offered her a faint smile, the corners of her lips curling ever so slightly.

“Well, I hope your wish will come true.”

Although her words seemed polite, the underlying sarcasm was undeniable, and it stung Verena.

Without giving Verena a chance to respond, Belinda turned with a casual air and pushed open the door to the hospital room.

Inside, Belinda cast a quick, indifferent glance at Ryan before turning her attention to Lucas.

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