Chapter 6 Bad? “How could you be ugly? You’re still recovering. worry, Benjamin Lauren. “Really? You won’t liking me?” She looked hopeful. Without any hesitation, he said, “Never. you’re we’ll get married. “Seriously? You’re not just saying that?” Lauren questioned. “I mean it. Now, eat up,” Benjamin said with a smile. I you,” Lauren whispered, her voice soft and calming. overheard every word. She smiled sadly, not wanting to interrupt their moment by knocking. She thought it best to wait until were done talking. Once the conversation ended, she knocked on the door. A deep, detached voice from said, “Come in. When walked immediately saw Benjamin by the still his suit from yesterday. It was he’d all at the hospital. He gave her a cold, emotionless look as if she nothing to him. Harper her fists and stopped her tracks. From bed, Lauren said, here. Sorry to bother you about bringing clothes. Come, a seat. pale face and gave her a fragile yet striking beauty, instantly drawing a gaze saw her. was having creamy with cinnamon for breakfast since she had just woken up and needed easy-to-eat foods. But strong cinnamon was too much for Harper, frown. She sick and suddenly gagged, covering her mouth. The instantly fell silent. “What are you Benjamin asked, narrowing his eyes. do you think I’m gross?” asked, looking hurt. gagging, fought off the nausea, kept a straight face, and said, “It’s you. just hate the smell disinfectant. She then handed over the clothes while avoiding the cinnamon scent. “Here are the new clothes wanted. Lauren grabbed the bag, delighted smile spread across her face, and said, “Harper, you’re thoughtful! You even picked my style. Confused, Harper thought, “Her style? So, the constantly updated closet at Pineview Villa was for her?” She then looked toward Benjamin with a cold a mocking expression. “If there’s nothing else, can we talk?” Harper asked coolly. Lauren panicked, quickly responding, “Harper, are you know you’re still Benjamin’s wife. shouldn’t have called but I…” Tears to well up as she spoke, her voice cracking with guilt distress. “Lauren, stop,” Benjamin voice laced with concern. “Remember what the said? You rest. After Lauren, Benjamin turned to his tense. “Why upset her like this?” Harper, thought, “I even done anything, and I’m blame?” She managed said, “Does how I react? Ms. Davis cared, then she call We’re divorced now, anyway. No need for guilt. ” Benjamin scowled, feeling odd twinge of regret despite getting what wanted. “Harper, if you’re upset I asked to bring clothes, blame not her. too weak for this. ” Harper scoffed internally, “So… okay for hurt, but not Lauren. As tension the Lauren reached out to don’t be harsh on Harper. It’s my fault. I bothered her. She then turned Harper and apologized, “Harper, sorry for the inconvenience. Hearing that, Harper silent, face expressionless. Lauren was briefly taken by quiet. Meanwhile, Harper, hiding suggested to Benjamin, “Let’s a time finalize procedures. “Monday morning then,” replied coldly, his brows furrowed. It was Saturday today, so it was just another two away. “It’s settled,” Harper lightly, then “I’ll leave you alone. Benjamin didn’t answer; his face stern. “Did I say wrong Harper chuckled mockingly to herself, and she turned and ward. Soon after, tried to soothe the “Benjamin, talk to Harper. There’s need for upset. ” “There’s nothing to explain,” Benjamin responded flatly, though his stern expression betraying his irritation. Meanwhile, wondered, “She’s always been gentle and accommodating.