I Once Married You (Harper and Benjamin) novel Chapter 42

Chapter 42 Unwilling to Divorce?

Frowning slightly, Benjamin fixed his eyes on Harper subconsciously and replied to Lauren's words in a low voice, "Did Harper tell you that we will go through the formalities tomorrow?"

"Yes, she informed me upon her return this morning. Is that right, Harper?"

Lauren turned to Harper with a gentle expression, not at all as aggressive as when they were alone.

However, Harper ignored her, cast a glance at her, and looked away.

Harper said nothing, so Lauren was embarrassed.

She whispered, "Benjamin, since you and Harper are going through the procedures, we'd better move out. You mentioned leaving the villa to Harper as part of the divorce settlement. If we stay here after your divorce, people might think we're taking advantage of Harper."

Benjamin was impatient, and his tone was indifferent. "Is that what you want?"

He was asking Harper.

They looked at each other. His deep eyes were icy cold, as if they could sting like frostbite.

Harper did not dodge and said, "After our divorce, I don't plan to live here. I will move out, so if a suitable place isn't found, you can continue to live here."

Benjamin owned a lot of real estate, so his statement about not having an appropriate residence for Lauren might have been merely an excuse.

Harper believed that he simply used such explanations as a way to be near his beloved constantly.

But it would soon have nothing to do with her. Thus, she wouldn't ask any more questions.

Probably, it was because of her answer that Benjamin was displeased with her all night.

He seemed very angry.

But Harper didn't know why.

After dinner, Benjamin went back to the study, and Harper entered the bedroom.

He didn't 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 day soon followed the dreamless night.​

At about six o'clock 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 about to get in the car, there was a woman's voice. "Benjamin, are you going out?"

Benjamin turned around, and Lauren trotted over.

He said yes and added, "Where are you going so early?"

"Benjamin, you and Harper are going to the Courthouse to apply for divorce today. Can I go with you?"

Irritated, Benjamin asked, "Do you want to follow us to the Courthouse?"

"Yes. Is it okay? I'd like to accompany you."

Lauren was expectant.

Benjamin paused for a moment and then said, "The Courthouse is not open yet. I have to go to the office now."

"Well, it doesn't matter. I can stay with you."

"Whatever."

His agreement pleased Lauren so much that she quickly opened the car door and got into the front passenger seat.

...

It was already seven o'clock in the morning when Harper got up.

Benjamin wasn't in bed. She assumed he was downstairs.

However, after washing up and changing her clothes, she came downstairs and didn't see him. She asked Draven, "Where is Benjamin?"

"Benjamin went out early in the morning with Ms. Davis."

"Okay. I got it." Harper replied calmly. Yet, there was a wave of sadness within her, like a ripple in the sea caused by a flap, and it was inconspicuous.​

She wondered, "Where did he take Lauren so early?