I Once Married You (Harper and Benjamin)

Chapter 158 How's the Baby?

Paul's voice was firm and uncompromising, lacking any room for discussion.

As he finished speaking, he coughed a few times, his agitation evident. Scott quickly offered him water, expressing concern. "Dad, take it easy. Since he's back, you can give him a piece of your mind."

Harper stood by the dining room entrance, stunned, her expression bewildered. Unsure whether to step forward or retreat, she remained rooted to the spot, her voice soft and hesitant as she greeted them. "Paul, Scott, Lily..."

Lily was the first to notice Harper's presence, her eyes widening briefly. Hurrying over, she took Harper's hand, saying, "Paul, it's Harper."

Then, she turned to Harper, her tone reassuring. "Harper, Paul mistook you for Benjamin. He wasn't referring to you. Don't take it to heart."

Harper nodded slightly, managing a faint smile. "Of course not."

Paul also seemed taken aback upon seeing Harper, but his expression softened immediately. He beckoned her over to sit beside him, whispering, "Good girl, you've been through a lot."

don't say that. That's not a

more Paul's

of all the despicable things he's done. Rest assured, I'll have a word with him. Tomorrow,

you. If Benjamin thinks I'm unsuitable for this project, I can step down. But it wouldn't be fair to Summit Realty. They shouldn't suffer because of me. If that happens, Summit Realty will struggle to survive

concern and

he gave Scott a meaningful look. "Call him back. This matter needs to be resolved and

company and I may not be big enough to partner with the Martin Group, but Summit Realty is different. It's an established enterprise. So, I want you guys to talk to him, letting him give

What about

"I'm still young. There's a whole lot of

agreement, but Paul remained

linger as it

to the car. Walking alongside her, he spoke softly. "Harper, my dear. Sorry for putting you