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.

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

wanted to ask about Winnie's condition but didn't feel comfortable calling him back. She decided to wait until the afternoon

His eyes flickered, and he

What

I'm going with

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 should we do?" Charlie suddenly lost interest in playing, looking up at Ben with wide, blinking

At my place, there are plenty of staff 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 cared for." "You're not

perceptiveness, Ben felt a bit

only concerned

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

ready to leave, she was surprised to

about staying here? No matter how fancy the place

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