I Once Married You (Harper and Benjamin)

Chapter 4 None of Your Business

Harper's retort left Benjamin speechless, but he glared at her with clear displeasure.

Trying to escape the tension, Harper moved to head upstairs but Benjamin abruptly grabbed her hand, stopping her.

In a low, hoarse voice, he asked, "Harper, are you telling me what to do?"

"I'm just asking for fairness," she responded.

"Are you being sharp for him? Was all your kindness to me just an act?" Benjamin pressed.

Harper tried to pull away, but his grip was too strong.

Seeing her struggle, Benjamin pulled her into his arms, his familiar scent overwhelming her. She froze, caught in his embrace.

"Harper, answer me. Is it because of him?" he demanded.

Harper bit her lip, saying nothing at first, uncomfortable with their closeness.

Finally, she murmured, "No, you're overthinking it. He's just a friend."

friend?" Benjamin

don't believe me, why do you even

isn't your type. Could you stay away from him?"

angry and retorted, "We're already getting divorced. You can tell me to stay away now, but after that, it's none of your business. Who I hang out with

"Mmm..."

He kissed her!

ramble on, each word

sudden kiss, leaving no room for her

shocked by his unexpected move. They had been close before, but never shared such a simple

her off guard, leaving

she tried to push him away, not

Benjamin deepened the kiss, their breaths

his intensity, Harper felt tears in her eyes; his passionate force made

rang sharply, cutting through the tension.

forehead to hers, holding her gaze

ringing, he finally answered the phone without breaking eye

"Hello?" Benjamin said.

"Benjamin, I'm scared..."