Chapter 1709

Jamie wrapped her arms around him. "I know, I understand everything. And now, I'm here by your side."

"Yeah, by my side," Ben murmured, repeating her words softly.

The separation of those four years had left its scars. Even now, Ben couldn't shake his fear. Every morning, the first thing he did when he woke up was to look over and make sure Jamie was still there next to him. Only then could he feel at ease.

He wanted her to stay by his side, to see her thrive, and to share in the life they were building. Of course, Mrs. Lucas's words about having a big family hadn't escaped him either. The thought of having four kids running around, filling their home with laughter and joy, brought a small smile to his face.

Ben decided it was time to host a grand banquet. With the help of Nash, and his powerful connections, Ben would invite all of high society in the city. He wanted everyone to know how proud he was of Jamie, his remarkable wife.

There was no issue with Ben hosting such an event, and Nash, as his close friend, naturally agreed to attend.

However, the whispers and rumors were quick to follow.

lawyer and becomes a CEO. Fine, whatever. But now he's all about

wife used to be

be that these two are... actually true love? Did they split up and now they're just

more I think about it, the more it adds up! It's like Ben is trying to imitate Nash

too much time on

could address it, Nash beat him

the source of the rumors and confront the culprits publicly.

are like brothers. As for our personal lives, sure, you might think they look similar, but they're not. Not

very different circumstances. I didn't even know who she really was at first. We separated for five years, we have children, and our story is tied to national matters.

at the crowd,

unwavering. "Ben's challenges were

and I have been through twelve

we're clear, every share in the York Corporation belongs solely to my wife. If I hear any more of this nonsense about Ben and me being similar, it won't just end with an apology. Consider this your final warning."

issues, my father asked me to take over, which meant I had to give up my law license. Jamie, on the other hand, is now preparing to take her bar exam, and I

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