Chapter 170

Despite Shirley’s explanation, Benjamin refused to Esten

Samuel, sitting beside her, noticed the small gesture and heard her soft, pleading words. His hand tightened under the table, and his heart ached with sorrow,

Even though he was right next to her, he felt like an outsider. Why was she so determined to justify herself to Benjamin? Was she truly worried about being misunderstood by him?

As Benjamin continued to ignore her, shirley tugged at his clothes once more in desperation.

Benjamin finally reacted to the touch of Shirley’s hand on his clothes. He looked at her hand and said calmly, “Ms. Weiss, please remove your hand from my y trousers!

Instantly, alleves at the table were fixed on the two of them. Their expressions ranged from curious to disapproving,

trying to make advances on a man in public. How could a well–bred

mix of emotions

she quickly withdrew her hand. She had been pulling at the hem of Benjamin’s shirt, not touching his pants. By

hold back his words. He turned to Benjamin with a smirk and said, “Mr. Blackwood, Shirley accidentally brushed against your clothes just now. I’ve heard rumors

Moore, you make it

hands together. Benjamin’s words were direct and brutally insulting to her. She realized that no matter what

frustration and spoke in

who shows respect? Can’t you see that Ms. Weiss is obviously

face as he urged her to come sit next to him. Despite the pain from pinching her hands tightly, Shirley kept her composure and focused on the tablecloth in front of her while pressing her lips

“shirley..”

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just leave me be.” She lifted her face and gave a

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