?<strong>Chapter 376:</strong>


    Naturally, those who had received one arrived on time, many with their families in tow.


    People gathered in small groups, and whispers of gossip filled the air.


    “Do you think we’ll finally get to meet Lucas’ mysterious wife tonight?” someone asked.


    “Of course! In this situation, Mr. rk’s wife is bound to show up!”


    “It’s odd, isn’t it? Mr. rk has been married for quite some time, yet his wife remains shrouded in mystery.”


    “I heard that Mr. rk’s wife is not only unattractive but also considerably overweight!”


    “That’s hard to believe! Why would Mr. rk marry someone like that? What does he gain from it?”


    “Who knows? We will see his wife soon. I’m really curious now.”


    When Belinda overheard the whispers, her lips curved into a subtle smile.


    They were eager to see what Lucas’ wife looked like? It seemed they were in for a disappointment.


    “Belinda, you’re attending this event with Mr. Thomas?” Bethany asked with a hint of surprise.


    Belinda shrugged nonchntly. “Yes. Is there a problem with that?”


    Upon hearing Belinda’s calm reply, Bethany paused for a moment, her expression hesitant.


    gα?ησν????s takes you on a journey


    She seemed to want to ask something more but was cautious of being overheard.


    Eventually, she just said with a smile, “No! You look stunning today!”


    Belinda was dressed in a light blue off-shoulder gown that elegantly entuated her figure.


    Her makeup was impably applied, each detail meticulously crafted to draw all eyes to her.


    Feeling slightly proud, Belinda arched an eyebrow and said teasingly, “When do I ever not look good?”


    Bethany rolled her eyes in response.


    Leaning closer, she thought of something and whispered to Belinda, “Verena and Kylee really have some nerve, showing up at the party like this. Aren’t they worried about the gossip?”


    Belinda blinked her longshes and replied smoothly, “It’s Harold’s birthday, such a significant event. How could they not attend?”


    “That makes sense,” Bethany nodded.


    As Belinda scanned the room, her gaze suddenly met Lucas’.


    For a brief moment, time seemed to stand still for both.


    Belinda averted her gaze first, looking away after just a few seconds.


    At that time, Vincent, who had been watching Belinda closely, said, “Belinda is here with Darren at an event like this? What does that imply? It’s Harold’s birthday, a significant asion—and she is not attending as your wife? Is she trying to distance herself from you this drastically?”


    Lucas’ expression grew dark when he heard that, though he said nothing.


    .


    .


    .