I Once Married You (Harper and Benjamin)

Chapter 29 Not Entirely Beyond Hope

Harper shook her head, "Lily, let's go eat. He's busy."

A flicker of indifference crossed her eyes.

He wouldn't have lunch with her. He only wanted to be with his beloved, Lauren.

She was nothing for Benjamin.

Harper laughed scornfully at herself, feeling utterly insignificant.

A man's disinterest can be so absolute.

She didn't even need to persist.

Lily booked the restaurant where they were dining.

It was an upscale establishment, a long-standing venue in Mayby, not far from the hospital.

They took a private booth and ordered three dishes and a soup.

It was the first time Lily and Harper had dined alone together, but there was no awkwardness at all, thanks to Lily's gentle nature and knack for conversation.

She asked Harper, "Is everything going smoothly at work? If you need anything, just reach out to Benjamin. If you're hesitant to talk to him, you can always come to me or Scott. We're here to support you."

Harper smiled in gratitude. "Thanks, Lily. Things are okay for now. Benjamin helped me out with a problem a few days ago."

"Really?" Lily was somewhat surprised. Harper nodded and confirmed, prompting Lily to comment, "It seems he's not beyond help after all."

Harper was briefly taken aback, while Lily simply smiled.

The food was served at that moment.

The two chatted over their meal, creating a particularly harmonious atmosphere.

The meal stretched over an hour as they playfully argued over who would pay the bill, but Harper ultimately prevailed.

it's only right that I pay.

this might be the last time she could treat her to a meal. Lily had been incredibly

to show her appreciation

my daughter-in-law is treating me, I won't say no. But you'll have to take me out more often. I need to enjoy some perks of being the mother-in-law." Harper just smiled, not saying anything,

Lily to head out. Suddenly, a sweet, gentle female voice called from behind, "Benjamin, you're so sweet to remember

recognized the voice. They turned around, their gaze not just on the

four of them bumped into each other

void of any emotion, a sign she had

was surprised but quickly regained his composure, asking, "Mom, what are you and

You've booked the whole place, and we can't come?

should have visited you at home right away, but Benjamin was worried about my

and unassuming, showing no sign

coolly, "There's no need to come to our house, and certainly, not everyone is eager to visit Martin Manor. By the way, does Ms. Davis know that this man next to you is now

"Mrs. Martin, I..."

loss for words, instinctively glancing at Benjamin

no chance to seek

or overbearing, but every

you answer? Is there something you can't say? Or do you know he's married and still cling to him? If that's the case, it's quite indecent of you, Ms. Davis. If word gets out, given your past status,

were too cutting. It wasn't apparent from her tone, but she was

Lauren tugged at Benjamin's sleeve and murmured, "Benjamin, Mrs. Martin

frowned at Lily, and he said, "Mom, can we discuss this at home? Lauren is still recovering and shouldn't get

wrong?" Lily was visibly frustrated as she pulled Harper closer. "Who is this? Tell me, Benjamin, who

by

Lily was always direct.

Perhaps she was overthinking, but she felt a sense of blame in his

blamed her

blamed her for making Lauren feel

in the hospital. If you dare do anything to wrong Harper, then don't bother coming back to the Martin Manor." Benjamin knew he couldn't

have you thought it through? Who is

somber, and he remained silent for a long time, his thoughts

don't pressure Benjamin. If you are upset because of me, then

my son. As an outsider and a bystander,

was