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.

him to agree so readily and stood there stunned for a moment. But this was probably

calling him back. She decided

the nanny. His eyes flickered, and he

planning to leave. What are

going with Mom,"

care of you. If she gets sick, it'll be really hard

a family doctor on call to manage any health issues. You'd both be well cared for." "You're not just saying

Charlie's perceptiveness, Ben felt

concerned about

out a long sigh. "Alright

Jamie was getting ready to leave, she

matter how fancy the

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