Chapter 6 My Bad?

"How could you be ugly? You're still recovering. Don't worry, okay?" Benjamin comforted Lauren.

"Really? You won't stop liking me?" She looked hopeful.

Without any hesitation, he said, "Never. When you're better, we'll get married."

"Seriously? You're not just saying that?" Lauren questioned.

"I mean it. Now, eat up," Benjamin said with a smile.

"Benjamin, I love you," Lauren whispered, her voice soft and calming.

Outside, Harper overheard every word. She smiled sadly, not wanting to interrupt their moment by knocking. She thought it best to wait until they were done talking.

Once the conversation ended, she knocked on the door.

A deep, detached voice from inside said, "Come in."

When Harper walked in, she immediately saw Benjamin by the bed, still in his suit from yesterday. It was clear he'd stayed all night at the hospital.

He gave her a cold, emotionless look as if she meant nothing to him.

and stopped in

the bed, Lauren said, "Harper, you're here. Sorry to

from anyone who saw her. She was having creamy oatmeal with cinnamon for breakfast since she

was too much for Harper, making her

sick and suddenly gagged,

room instantly

doing?" Benjamin asked, narrowing

I'm gross?" Lauren asked,

straight face, and said, "It's not you. I just hate

handed over the clothes while avoiding the cinnamon scent. "Here

her face, and said, "Harper, you're so thoughtful! You even picked my style." Confused, Harper thought, "Her style? So,

a cold

can we talk?"

you're still

she spoke, her

voice laced with concern. "Remember what the doctor said? You

Lauren, Benjamin turned to Harper, his face tense. "Why

haven't even

react? If Ms. Davis cared, then why did she call so late? We're divorced now, anyway. No need for acting guilt." Benjamin scowled, feeling an odd twinge of regret despite getting what he wanted. "Harper, if you're upset I

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