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.

as the younger one, it's only right that I pay. Plus, treating you to dinner motivates

say was that this might be the last time she could treat her to a meal. Lily had

to show her appreciation

daughter-in-law is treating me, I won't say no. But you'll have to take me out more often. I

female

and Lily instantly recognized the voice. They turned around, their gaze not just on the woman speaking but also on the man beside

of them bumped into

was slightly stiff, void of any emotion, a sign she had

his composure, asking, "Mom, what are you

come? Lily replied, her

home right away, but Benjamin was worried about my health, so we

head bowed, her tone gentle and unassuming,

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 now

"Mrs. Martin, I..."

at a loss for words, instinctively glancing at Benjamin beside

gave her no chance to seek

but every softly spoken word

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,

words were too cutting. It wasn't apparent from her tone,

at Benjamin's sleeve and murmured, "Benjamin, Mrs.

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

have I done now? Did I say something wrong?" Lily was visibly frustrated as she pulled Harper

guard by the sudden pull,

Lily was always direct.

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

be blamed

for

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

and he remained silent for a long time,

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

my son. As an

she was at