Abel stood up and said, “Benjamin, please understand. I don’t love Emmeline! She kept playing tricks on me. It’ll be a great trouble and shame to me if anything happens!”
“But it didn’t happen.” Benjamin laughed. “Are you complaining that nothing happened?”
Abel was speechless.
“She failed in forcing you. What are you complaining about?”
“That’s because I defeated her!” Abel said, “If not, she won’t be so obedient!”
“You two are troublesome!” Benjamin said, “I’ll go see Emma.”
Abel turned around and led Benjamin to the second floor.
Hearing the sound of footsteps, Emmeline yelled, “Ben, help me! Abel tied me up!”
Abel appeared at the door with Benjamin. They stared intently at Emmeline.
“Why are you staring at me?” Emmeline was confused, and her eyes widened. “Benjamin, don’t you feel pity for me? Don’t you come to help me?”
“Of course I do,” Benjamin answered, “But why are you so naughty? You’re already the mother of four children.”
“I’m pursuing my husband!” Emmeline pouted. “I want my husband to fall in love with me quickly! Is that wrong?”
“Abel.” Benjamin turned to look at Abel, then shrugged. “I think Emma is right. You can’t blame her.”
“I don’t have feelings for her anymore,” Abel said, “Don’t you understand?”
“That’s fine,” Benjamin responded, “If you don’t love Emma anymore, just leave her to me. You know I’ve always loved Emma. Thank you for giving me this chance.”
Abel did not answer Benjamin.
“You’ll agree, right?” Benjamin reached out to untie Emmeline. “I’ll take Emma away and care for her.”
“Wait!” Abel stopped Benjamin’s action. “When did I agree? You can’t take her away!”
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