In the Lap of Luxury novel (Grace and Benjamin) novel Chapter 396

Xander smiled gently and tightened his grip on Grace's hand.

"I'm curious about that, too. However, a fox will eventually reveal its tail."

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Meanwhile, Jessica lounged by the beach, enjoying the sun in Pamore. She held a glass of wine between her fingers with contentment.

"Mr. Hawkins, why the stern face? How about sitting down and having a drink with me?"

Benjamin looked down at her, and although she looked unfamiliar, she oddly gave him a sense of familiarity.

"Name your price," Benjamin said, his tone devoid of warmth.

Jessica smirked, raising an eyebrow.

"You're straightforward, Mr. Hawkins. However, I'm curious. Why are you here to see me today? What reasons do you have? I recall you and Grace divorced long ago."

Benjamin had no intention of wasting another breath on Jessica. His purpose for meeting her was simply to persuade her to retract her accusations against Grace.

"This is between me and her. It's none of your business."

Benjamin took out a blank check and handed it to Jessica. "Write any amount you want."

Jessica smiled. She didn't take the check. Instead, she looked at him in the eye.

"Mr. Hawkins, are you this generous with all your women? Is it worth it for you to spend so much on an ex-wife? You can take the check back. I'm not interested in money."

Benjamin snorted, "You don't want money? Yet, you demand one billion dollars from her. It seems you don't dislike money—you just don't want my money."