Ice-Cold Ceo, Crazy Love

Chapter 136

In the beginning, when Monica married into the family, she acted as if she was in a

perpetual state of displeasure, hardly the demeanor of someone who wanted to settle into a blissful life.

Ben had treated Monica like she was invisible back then, with almost no interaction

between them.

In reality, the marriage was virtually non–existent.

But then Susan arrived, and it was apparent that Ben’s mood had significantly lifted.

The fierceness that once lingered in his eyes had lessened considerably, and smiles even began to grace his lips occasionally. He even willingly had the scar removed that he had borne for 20 years.

It could be said that it was only after Susan entered his life that he genuinely began to live.

Though Monica was someone Charlie had watched grow up, holding a certain affection for her, how could she compare with Ben?

Charlie would never want to see Ben return to the state he was in before meeting Susan.

“Charlie,” Mr. Lynn chimed in, slightly embarrassed, “Monica just got back and is perhaps not quite herself. Please don’t hold it against her.”

Charlie simply smiled and gestured for Susan to come over. “Susan, come here.”

Susan then walked over obediently.

Charlie gently held Susan’s hand, introducing her casually. “Let me introduce you all. This is Susan, Ben’s wife. The kids, Susan and Ben, got together out of mutual affection. I am more than happy to see their relationship flourish. Besides, this means I might be holding a great–grandchild sooner rather than later, right?”

Knowing that Charlie was offering her his support, Susan couldn’t help but smile gently.

Monica wiped away her tears, her voice tinged with sobs. “Grandfather, if I hadn’t been recuperating for a year, you might already have a great–grandchild by now.”

Charlie’s face darkened considerably at her words.

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“Monica, stop talking nonsense!” Mr. Lynn warned, noticing the growing tension.

“But I didn’t say anything wrong,” Monica retorted, looking somewhat wronged.

Ben’s brows furrowed. He couldn’t hold back and was about to say something when Susant said softly and gently, “Ms. Lynn.”

“What is it?” Monica replied, still maintaining her tear–streaked face.

Susan spoke with a soft gentleness. “From what you’re saying, it seems you and Ben must’ve had a great relationship.”

Maintaining her woeful expression, Monica responded, “We grew up together. What do you

think, Ms. Miller?”

apprehensive, eager to clarify something immediately.

wasn’t in the slightest bit rushed as she continued to ask warmly, “So, you

skipped a

had indeed grown up

to say she knew him well…

she really didn’t know him that

admit defeat at this

No, she couldn’t.

neck and said, “Of

you must certainly know about Ben’s love for spicy

responded, “Of course I

Ben’s lips, a faint smile began to emerge. Suddenly, he wasn’t in a hurry at all and even felt a hint of amusement

know about his habit

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morning?”

were married, how could I not know

must be

further.

nodded swiftly. “Naturally.”

warmer smile, and said,

said nothing more, simply returning to sit

but with her level

understand Ben. He has never liked spicy food, and he has always been accustomed to

Monica was speechless.

involuntarily turned ashen.

Susan was tricking her!

woman was really

glare at Susan with a trace of anger. “Did

casually. I didn’t expect Ms. Lynn

Ben so well.”

wore a warm smile, yet her words were laced with a subtle

in Monica’s eyes. She couldn’t help but look at Ben with an aggrieved expression. “I didn’t expect your current wife to be so eloquent!” she exclaimed.

a hint of pride in his

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speechless

this a

Was it?

Was it?

at Susan, then at