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Frowning slightly, Benjamin fixed his eyes on Harper subconsciously and replied to Laurenâs words in a low voice, âDid Harper tell you that we will go through the formalities tomorrow?â
âYes, she informed me upon her return this morning. Is that right, Harper?â
Lauren turned to Harper with a gentle expression, not at all as aggressive as when they were alone.
However, Harper ignored her, a glance at her, and looked away.
Harper said nothing, so Lauren was embarrassed.
She whispered, âBenjamin, since you and Harper going through the procedures, weâd better move out. You mentioned leaving the villa to Harper as: part of the divorce settlement. If we stay here after your divorce, people think weâre taking advantage of Harper.â
Benjamin was impatient, and his tone was indifferent. âIs that what you â
He was asking Harper.
They looked at each other. His deep eyes were icy cold, if they could sting like frostbite.
Harper did not dodge and , âAfter our divorce, I donât plan to live here. I will move out, so if a suitable place isnât found, you can continue to live here â
Benjamin owned a lot of real estate, so his statement about not having an appropriate residence for Lauren have been merely an excuse.
Harper believed that he simply used such explanations way to be near his beloved constantly.
But it would soon have nothing to do with her. Thus, she wouldnât any more questions.
Probably, it was because of her answer that Benjamin was displeased with her night.
He seemed very angry But Harper didnât know , After dinner, Benjamin went back to the study, and Harper entered the bedroom He didnât go back to the bedroom until late at night. As a result, Harper had no chance to talk to him.
While waiting, she felt sleepy and fell asleep.
The next days soon followed the dreamless night.
At about six oâclock in the morning, Benjamin came out of the master bedroom and went directly downstairs.
He skipped breakfast and readied himself to leave. As he was to get in the car, there was a womanâs voice. âBenjamin, are you going out?â
Benjamin turned around, and Lauren trotted over.
He said yes and added, âWhere are going so early?â
âBenjamin, you and Harper are going to the Courthouse to apply for divorce today. Can I go w Imitated.
asked, âDo you want to follow us to the Courthouse â
âYes. Is it okay? Iâd like to accompany you.
was expectant I go with â
Benjamin paused for a moment and then said. âThe Courthouse is not open yet. I have to go to the office now.â
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âWell, it doesnât matter. I can with you.â
âWhatever.â
His agreement pleased Lauren so much that she quickly opened the car door got into the front passenger seat.
It was already seven oâclock in the when Harper got up.
Benjamin wasnât in bed. She assumed he was downstairs.
However after washing up and her clothes, she came downstairs and didnât see him. She asked Draven, âWhere is Benjamin?â
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went out early in the morning with Ms. Davis.â
âOkay, I get it.â Harper replied calmly. Yet, there was a wave of sadness within her, like a ripple in the sea caused by a , and it was inconspicuous.
She wondered, âWhere did he take Lauren so early?
Were they eager to celebrate his divorce?â
She experienced a dull in her heart, like being bitten by ants. It was subtle yet enough to leave her breathless.
Harper ate something and left the villa.
Thinking that Benjamin would go directly to the Courthouse to meet her after having fun with Lauren, she drove there by herself.
At the time, and were in the presidentâs office on the top floor of the Martin Group.
Benjamin sat at the desk and focused on the documents in his hands while Lauren occupied the sofa across from him. She had been patiently waiting there for an hour She specifically checked the working hours of the Courthouse, which was now open, but he had no intention of heading out there. After much hesitation, she finally decided to remind him.
âBenjamin, are you done?
we go there?â
stared at Benjamin softly, and her was pleasant Benjamin raised his , glanced at the time on his watch, and said, âWait a minute.
She thought, âThey will go through the formalities today anyway. Iâve waited for so long, so I donât need to rush for an hour or two and thus avoid annoying him. â
Then, she remained silent and waited.
From the comer of his eye, Benjamin caught glimpse of her bent head. With composure, he retrieved his phone, sent brief message to someone, and returned his phone to its original position before proceeding to read the file.
About a dozen minutes later, Curtis knocked on the office door.
âMr. Martin, the board of directors an emergency meeting, which requires your presence now. Iâm afraid you need to postpone your morning schedule.â
Curtis strode in quickly and looked at Benjamin seriously and nervously.
Benjamin stood up immediately. âNow?â
Yes, it is.
âOkay. Cancel all my arrangements for this morning.â After ordering in an indifferent voice, he turned to Lauren, who sat on the sofa dull eyes, and said, âLauren, Iâll arrange for someone to drive you home. If you have other plans, can have the driver take you there, but Iâm in the midst of an energency meeting and canât accompany you.â
lauren was stunned.
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Before she could speak, Benjamin and Curtis had already walked out of the office.
At ten past nine in the morning, Harper was already waiting outside the Courthouse, But Benjamin hadnât arrived yet.
Harper checked the time several times. She had been here for an hour and a half.
In the end, she couldnât help but take out her mobile phone and dial Benjaminâs number, but it took a long time for someone to answer, âHello. Mrs. Martin, itâs me. Curtis. Mr. Martin is in a meeting. What can I do for you?â
Harper was surprised. âIs he in a meeting?â
âYes, there is a temporary emergency on the board of directors, and Mr. Martin is dealing with it. Is there anything you need me to convey to him?â
After hanging up, Harper was helpless.
She thought, âWhat kind of meeting is it? Canât he postpone it and spare half an hour for the formalities?â
Harper held her plione in a daze..
At that moment, her mobile phone suddenly rang.
She lowered her eyes and saw the caller ID displayed on the screen.
She pressed the answer button. âHello, Frank â
âHave you completed the procedures?â Frank asked.
She expressionlessly, âNo, he has an urgency temporarily.â
âReally?â