Benson
Benson 229

Chapter 229 Separation and Affection

“Are you afraid I can’t take care of you? If I can’t, there’s still Bella, Benson said, standing at the doorway of the study with a slight smirk on his face.

His eyes scanned the two people inside, watching them lean close and chat happily.

It was clear that Benson was somewhat displeased with their close interaction, his brows slightly. furrowed in dissatisfaction.

Olivia felt no resentment towards Yvonne. She understood that if Yvonne no longer had feelings for her, she wouldn’t be the person she was seeking.

Her feelings for Yvonne w present situation.

complex and subtle, filled with nostalgia for the past and acceptance of the

She had once been a significant part of Yvonne’s life, and now their separation left her feeling both sad and helpless.

The two were eagerly discussing Bella, completely unaware of the two people standing at the door.

They were so engrossed in their conversation that they didn’t realize they were being overheard.

“I really liked the characters she played, but it’s a pity she hasn’t had any new work in years. Does she have a boyfriend, or is she married?”

Olivia asked, her eyes sparkling with anticipation, her tone tinged with envy.

“No, now she’s just playing around with ‘men.”

“What? She used to be so shy, and now she’s like this? Her transformation is truly surprising.” Olivia said, her voice carrying a hint of shock and disbelief.

Steven stood nearby, his gaze lingering on Olivia’s face.

He watched her, recalling their seven years together, and noted how relaxed and happy she seemed today.

He realized that Olivia’s radiant smile was because she had finally been able to temporarily escape the complex emotions that had been troubling her.

Her smile was filled with a long–lost ease and happiness, as if all the clouds had cleared in that moment.

Steven knocked on the door, interrupting their conversation.

Olivia looked towards the doorway, and the smile on her face instantly froze.

Her eyes revealed a trace of reluctance and sadness; she knew this was the moment of parting with Yvonne.

Who knew when they would meet again?

Yvonne, sensing Olivia’s emotions, gently stroked her hand, offering her a comforting smile.

Her eyes gleamed with warmth and determination, as if pouring all her care into this moment.

“Don’t worry, everything will be fine. We’ll have a chance to meet again; this separation is only temporary.”

Benson, seeing Yvonne walk towards him, extended his hand.

His fingers were long and slender, warm to the touch.

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Yvonne hesitated for a moment but ultimately placed her hand in his, gripping it.

A wave of complex emotions surged within her–both a yearning for the past and an uncertainty about the future

“Goodbye, Mr. Steven.”

After leaving Steven’s villa, the weather in Reno was still shrouded in mist, the heavy atmosphere enveloping the entire city.

The fog covered the streets, like a mysterious veil, making it impossible to see the distant scenery.

The last flight arrived at Goodsprings, and from the airport to the hotel in the city, they only slept for two hours before rushing to their destination.

Benson held Yvonne’s hand as they walked down the street.

The night streets were quiet and peaceful, with the soft glow of the streetlights casting their shadows on the ground.

For once, Yvonne wasn’t as cold as she usually was; Instead, she allowed herself to be led by him. Her steps were light and steady, filled with determination and comfort despite her fatigue.

“What was said? You seem to have changed your attitude since you came out?” Benson asked with a smile, his tone teasing and gentle.

*Bella said my approach to asking for favors was wrong–that I can’t ask for help while making people kneel,” Yvonne replied, tilting her head to look at him, her eyes showing a mix of helplessness and playfulness. “What I said wasn’t just about asking for favors; it was also about respect.”

“That Bella, she’s still pretty useful,” Benson said, raising an eyebrow, his gaze revealing a hint of satisfaction and admiration.

“As for ‘Urban Escape,‘ I can put in a good word. Coupled with her own professional skills, I don’t think there will be a problem.”

Yvonne was a bit surprised to hear this.

“Is the benefactor in a good mood and being so generous now?” she asked, her tone a mix of surprise and teasing. “The world really is becoming more and more incredible.”

The weather in Goodsprings was completely different from Mesquite, with a hint of coldness seeping through the mist.

The car headlights flickered in the night, casting a blurred outline of their figures.

Benson wrapped his arm around her shoulder and said before getting into the car, “You’ve made me happy, guess what I can give you?”

“If you can give Olivia her freedom, I’ll give you whatever you want,” Yvonne replied seriously, her eyes filled with determination and sincerity.

A strong emotion surged within her; she knew that Olivia’s freedom was of utmost importance to her.

Benson turned slightly, his eyes no longer as cold as they usually were but instead softened, silently looking at her for a while.

His voice was gentle, “You said it.”

“I said it,” Yvonne nodded.

The car arrived quickly and took them back to the hotel.

ce they were back in the room, Benson suddenly pre passionately

His actions were filled with urgency and desire, as if connection.

His kiss was fiery and deep, pouring all his emotions in

“You…” Yvonne’s voice carried a trace of surprise kiss.

and

Her heartbeat quickened, and her breathing became ra emotions became turbulent.

“Didn’t you say you’d give me whatever I want? I want magnetic, his tone filled with urgency and longing.

It was as if his inner dess had reached a point where His hands tightly pinned Yvonne against the door, ever His fingers lightly traced her cheek, feeling the softness His fingertips trembled slightly, as if this brief touch wa His gaze was like a deep lake, filled with complex emot He stared into Yvonne’s eyes, as if trying to replace the pa pupils.

His eyes were filled with longing and pain–a desire not His voice carried a hint of sadness and determination, moments like this can I feel that you once loved me pa Yvonne’s cheeks flushed slightly, and her breathing bec A flash of hesitation crossed her eyes, but she tried to r Deep down, she was already moved by his emotional tu She knew that Benson’s actions weren’t just about phys emotional connection they once had.

In Benson’s eyes, moments like these allowed him to fe relationship.

It wasn’t just Jeremy who coveted her body; even Ben this relationship.

Inwardly, he cursed Jeremy’s presence, whose indiffe deeply threatened and uneasy.

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His emotions poured out like a flood, uncontrollable. Since returning from St. George, Yvonne’s change had b She had grown.cold within their marriage, no longer as He felt like an outsider in her life, and the disappointme were beyond words.

All he wanted now was for her to willingly be with him.

To treat him as her husband and not as if there were other things between them. Like when they were in St. George, when she held him and said she truly liked him!