In the Lap of Luxury
Lap of Luxury Chapter 232

Chapter 232 Confident as Always

He knew that she had been injured and had even gone as far as to follow her to Frenda.

However, the Lewis family had hidden her too well.

He stayed in Frenda for ten days but hadn’t been able to replace her.

After he had returned to Pamore, he had been waiting for her at Amirate Corporation.

Grace concealed all her emotions. She calmly said, “Mr. Hawkins, is this your way of showing concern? I’m sorry, but I don’t need it.”

“Seeing you well puts my mind at ease,” Benjamin said.

He paused momentarily and continued, “The nanotechnology robot project with Albert has progressed to a critical stage. The product launch is next month. It’s our first collaboration. If you have time, we can go together.”

He had shifted the topic to work.

This time, Grace didn’t refuse. After all, it was a project she was managing. “Sure, I’ll arrange my schedule.”

In truth, Benjamin had overheard Grace’s conversation with Samuel earlier. He had figured that Grace needed help.

So he continued, “Ms. Lewis, Hawkins Group is now involved in several new projects. If you’re interested, we can continue our partnership …”

Without hesitation, Grace declined. “There’s no need, Mr. Hawkins.‘

Benjamin self–mockingly lowered his eyes, concealing his emotions. “Is it because you want nothing to do with me? Aren’t you always clear about keeping personal and professional matters separate?”

His words didn’t anger Grace or stir the slightest ripple in her composure.

She replied, “Mr. Hawkins, your confidence remains unwavering. However, Amirate

Corporation has already found a new partner, Futurelink Corporation. It’s best if there isn’t any excessive involvement with Hawkins Group…”

Her words were straightforward.

Benjamin was unimpressed. He said with disdain, “Futurelink is a new company. It’s still replaceing its footing, but it’s already rushing forward with projects? Aren’t you afraid of stumbling?”

“Mr. Hawkins, have you never learned how to respect others?” Grace retorted.

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Benjamin’s expression turned somewhat unpleasant. “Is that how you see me, Grace?”

There was a sense of loss in his words when he called her by her name.

Grace stated, “It’s the reality, isn’t it?”

Suddenly, Benjamin felt like he shouldn’t have come here today.

But he had been so eager to see her.

So he softened his tone and said, “This Saturday is Grandma’s birthday. She’s been mentioning you. If you have time, she would appreciate it if you could visit.”

Grace had always responded better to a gentle approach.

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So Benjamin brought up Elizabeth, the only person in the Hawkins family who had shown Grace any warmth.

After the divorce, Grace and Elizabeth hadn’t seen each other again.

Grace’s heart softened when she thought about how kind Elizabeth had been to her.

“Grandma’s birthday, you say? I’ll visit her. Let’s not discuss anything else, Mr. Hawkins,” Grace asserted.

However, Benjamin seemed to ignore the last part of her sentence. He knew that Grace still cared about particular things to some extent.

“Alright, I’ll be waiting for you at the Hawkins Manor on Saturday.”

After saying that, Benjamin turned and left without waiting for Grace’s response, as if afraid she would change her mind.

He had already made up his mind.

But this time, he would put all his hopes on Elizabeth.

After Benjamin left, Grace sat alone, lost in thought.

Seeing this, Timothy walked over. He tapped the table and said, “Milady, are you still thinking about Benjamin?”

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