It was obvious that Jamie had something to say.

Without hesitation, Ben instructed the nanny to take Charlie outside to play, then turned back into the room.

"Just say whatever's on your mind."

"This time, you helped me bring the child back, and I owe you for that. But I can't stay here for long. Now that the child is back, it's time for me to leave," Jamie said.

Ben raised an eyebrow. "You're cutting ties so quickly after getting what you needed?"

"I just don't want to trouble you any further," Jamie replied, coughing lightly to mask her discomfort.

"Fine." Ben's voice was icy as he threw out the single word before turning and walking away.

readily and stood there stunned for a moment. But this was probably for the best. Dragging things out would only

to ask about Winnie's condition but didn't feel comfortable calling

nanny. His eyes flickered, and he strode forward, handing a

mom's planning to leave. What are your

course, I'm going with

mom isn't in good health right now, and you're not very strong either. If you leave here, she'll be the only one taking care of you. If she gets sick, it'll be really hard on her." "So what

who can take care of both you and your mom. There's even a family doctor on call to manage any health issues. You'd both be well

perceptiveness, Ben

concerned about you

out a long sigh. "Alright then. I'll go

Jamie was getting ready to leave, she was surprised

about staying here? No matter how fancy the place

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