Chapter 41 The Divorce Procedures âBecause Henry wanted to entrust her to me, hoping that I could have her back and that the Martin family could be her background and supporter. Henry was already critically ill at that time. Despite the help he gave me years , he never asked me to repay it. This is the first and last time, âHarper is a very good girl. After all, I feel sorry for Henry and her. If you insist on a divorce, I wonât stop you. But Benjamin, as a member of our family. you are responsible for the favors owed by the Martin family. Without Henry, we might not have had the chance to talk together like we do now.â
Henry had given a hand many years before, and it was almost a timely help. Otherwise, it was not sure whether Paul could have made it through. Despite lacking frequent contact and a close relationship for years, the two families remained on good terms.
words silenced Benjamin.
added, âI am not imposing moral obligations. You ought to know that the Martin family is indebted to the Mitchell family. I promised Henry that I secure Harperâs lifelong happiness. When you divorce, I will make it known to the public she is my godâgranddaughter, and I will find her a husband in the name of the Martin family. In addition, a portion of the companyâs shares will be given to Harper in my nome wedding gift. I want you to be mentally prepared in advance.â
Benjaminâs face darkened as Paul spoke. Although he had been asked to look for a suitable partner for Harper before they could divorce, Paul lad obviously changed his mind now.
Benjamin was silent for a long time.
asked, âAfter my detailed explanation, what do you think?â
âGrandpa we havenât divorced yet. Isnât it a bit unfair to me that youâve planned so much?â
laughed, narrowed his eyes. and sneered, âIs what you did fair to Harper? Youâre still married, but you actually allow Lauren to live in Villa Benjamin, do you think fair?â
Benjaminâs eyes were deep. Suppressing his dissatisfaction, he said, âGrandpa, I have my plan.â
âOkay, youâve grown up, and I canât control you anymore, so donât talk to me about fairness. Two days later, Paul said no more and waved Benjamin out.
Pineview slow w voice. âWhy He leaned on the seat, closing his eyes slightly and feeling . At that moment, Gordon came in, walked to side, and asked in a donât you tell Benjamin the truth directly? Maybe it will stop him from pursuing divorce.â
âHarper refuses to use the baby to keep him. Let him do it if he desires to split with her. He will regret it someday.â
gave a cold snort and fell silent. The resolution of every situation took time. The results wouldnât be decided until the end.
The relationship between Harper and Benjamin had eased during the two days they had lived in the Martin Manor.
They were nearly inseparable, reliving moments reminiscent of their preâdivorce .
They did everything together like a normal couple.
But Harper knew full well that all this was because of Paulâs arrangement.
Two days flew by in the blink of an eye, signaling their imminent divorce In the morning, Harper and Benjamin had breakfast with , Scott, and Lily. Everyone tacitly agreed not to mention anything about the divorce.
After breakfast, Paul took the initiative and said, âWell, youâve stayed with me for two days. I wonât go back on what I promised you. You can set a time to go through the formalities.â
Harper nodded and so did Benjamin.
Scott and Lily didnât say anything. After all, had made the decision.
Chapter 4 The Divorce Procedu Harper and Benjamin didnât linger. They just sat for a while before leaving the Martin Manor together.
In the ear. Benjamin was driving, and Harper was in the front passenger seat.
She asked, âBenjamin, when would you like to go through the formalities? How about now?â
Frowning, Benjamin asked indifferently, âAre you anxious?â
âWhat?â
âIf youâre not in a hurry, could we put it off until tomorrow? Iâve been absent from the office for the past two . After taking you home, I have to go to the office to handle some matters. Is that okay?â he asked gently.
Harper naturally understood. After all, the companyâs affairs were not trivial, so she nodded and said, âOkay, letâs do it tomorrow morning.â
Okay,â Benjamin said coldly. In fact was a rather perfunctory reply.
at that moment, Harper didnât notice it at all. In a low , she thought, âOnce the formalities are done tomorrow I should move out, so I have to find house in advance. Although Benjamin promised to leave Pineview Villa for me, I donât really want to live in such a big villa alone.â
After taking her back to Pineview Villa, Benjamin went directly to the company.
When Harper walked into the villa, Lauren humsediately came over with a slight smile, but her expression changed when she saw it was Harper. âWhy is it you? Whereâs Benjamin?â
Lauren reluctantly looked behind her, but there no one there With no intention of speaking to her, Harper bypassed her, intending to go straight upstairs.
At the sight of this, Lauren quickly stepped forward to stop her. She said, âHarper, I am you. Where is Benjamin?â
âLauren, who are you to me? What obligation do I have to answer your questions? Harper said coldly Lauren was left speechless, casting a dissatisfied glare at Harper, who didnât care at all.
, Harper glanced at her indifferently and headed upstairs Lauren angrily stamped her feet, her dislike for Harper intensifying. She shouted at Harperâs back. âDonât think that spending heo days in the Martin Manor with Benjamin will change anything in your relationship. He told me that his stay there was at his grandfatherâs request. Now that you have satisfied him, hurry up for divorce, and donât delay Benjamin â
Harper paused slightly, and her eyes suddenly widened in astonishment.
But she ignored Lauren, let alone responded to her words, and walked straight back to the bedroom.
Harper felt melancholy. It was very clear to her how good Benjamin was to Lauren, but she didnât expect that he would even tell Lauren why he lived in Martin Manor. Despite assuring Harper that their divorce was solely their concern, he had confessed everything to Lauren.
She thought, âBenjamin, you really have double standards.
Because of the formalities early tonsorrow morning, Harper postponed the work for the time being. Frank didnât ask further but said, âTell me if you need my help. Harper, we are friends. Donât treat me as an outsider, okay?â
It sounded almost like a ples, making it impossible for Harper to say no.
Harper agreed and said, âI will go through the divorce procedures with him tomorrow.â
âTomorrow? Is it decided?â
âYes. Paul also consented.â
âWhat about Can you get over him?â Frank asked softly because he knew best about Harperâs love for Benjamin. After so many years, coming to an end, but Frank wondered if she was really willing to give it up.
Harper amiled, âI have never had the final say about our relationship. I donât want to uport myself anymore.â
It was both an answer to Frankâs and a reminder to herself. Her determination was clear and thorough The day passed so quickly that it was almost unbemble.
it was finally Chapter 41 The Divorce Procedures The evening soon approached. Benjamin came back from work at the company.
The atmosphere of dinner at the Martin Manor had been particularly good these two days, but now the dinner for the three people made Harper feel very awkward. After all, one of the three people was always superfluous.
Harper remained silent the whole time.
Lauren calmly asked, âBenjamin, Harper said that you will go through the formalities tomorrow, so should we move out?â
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