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. Plus, treating you to dinner motivates me to keep

Harper really wanted to say was that this might be the last time she could treat her to a meal. Lily had been incredibly kind to her, almost

to show her appreciation in her own

more often. I need to enjoy some perks of being

arms with Lily to head out. Suddenly, a sweet, gentle female voice called

around, their gaze not just on the woman speaking but also on the man

them bumped into each

face was slightly stiff, void of any emotion, a sign

regained his composure, asking, "Mom, what are you and

and we can't come? Lily replied, her tone sharp and

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

tone gentle and unassuming, showing

Lily showed no deference. She said 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

"Mrs. Martin, I..."

was at a loss for words, instinctively glancing

gave her no chance to seek

but every softly spoken

still cling to him? If that's the case, it's quite indecent of you, Ms. Davis. If word gets out, given your

say as Lily's words were too cutting. It

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

home? Lauren is still recovering and shouldn't get too upset. Please don't be like

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

caught off guard by

Lily was always direct.

eyes were calm. Perhaps she was overthinking, but she felt a sense of blame in

blamed her for coming

he blamed her for making

If you dare do anything to wrong Harper, then don't bother coming back

you thought it through? Who is

remained silent for a long time, his thoughts

Benjamin. If you are upset because of me, then I apologize. It's all my

an outsider and a

was at a