In the Lap of Luxury by Unsweetened Chestnuts

Chapter 231 You Can’t Stop Me

There was a hint of surprise in Samuel’s eyes when he saw Benjamin. “Mr. Hawkins, what brings you to Amirate?”

Benjamin glanced at Samuel, exuding a regal presence. With a single look, he had already

asserted dominance.

“What’s wrong? Am I not welcome at Amirate Corporation?”

Samuel forced a smile. “Mr. Hawkins, how could that be… It’s just that it’s not a convenient time for Ms. Lewis to see you at the moment…‘

Samuel’s words were vague, hinting at uncertainty.

He was smart, so of course he hadn’t missed Benjamin’s intentions.

Benjamin didn’t avert his gaze. Instead, he looked at Grace and Timothy and said, “Whether it’s convenient or not isn’t up to you, right?”

Samuel felt awkward. He could only manage an apologetic smile. “You’re correct, Mr. Hawkins

”

But Benjamin paid him no more attention.

Leaving Samuel behind, he headed toward Grace.

saw Benjamin, her brows furrowed

hadn’t heard. Instead, she

and decided to move away.

Benjamin reached the office

friends faced

are you doing here?”

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stop

away, Timothy straightforwardly said, “She doesn’t want to see you.

pride made him raise his chin. He countered, “Do you think you can stop

and responded, “Even if I can’t, I still have to try! I won’t let you in

a stand–off. Neither was

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never thought we would end up so estranged,” Benjamin remarked

“Benjamin, you’re divorced. Why bother getting involved with her

told you I’m

surprised. “Isn’t that why you’re

to tell you. Why bother?

that, Timothy’s expression turned unpleasant. “Shut up,”

snapped.

mind. “I’m just stating

clenched his fists, managing to restrain himself. “Heh, it doesn’t matter if it’s not me! As long as she’s happy, even if that

sent a shiver through Grace. She had never imagined Timothy

for her.