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Jonathan stared in Benny’s direction as Benny voiced his suspicion , “ What if Teresa isn’t acting on her own? What if someone’s threatening har a
Jonathan frowned and lowered his head again . “ With her temper ? Who would even dare to threaten hers4
Benny clicked his tongue . “ Just because you treat her like she’s precious and can’t bear to upset her doesn’t mean everyone else foals the same way ! ”
A flicker passed through Jonathan’s eyes , his gaze growing even more thoughtful .
Michael woke up at Jadeleal Apartment , only to find Jonathan was already gone . Realizing he was back in his own bed at home , he got upset and started fussing , insisting he wanted to see Jonathan .
Teresa sighed helplessly , “ He’s busy with work , sweetheart . He already left .”
Michael’s lips trembled , his eyes brimming with tears as he sniffled . “ But I didn’t even get to say goodbye to Mr. Lime . ”
“ Next time , okay ? ” Teresa turned away so he wouldn’t see the tears welling up in her own eyes . She told him she was going to make dinner .
She figured Benny would probably reach out , and sure enough , he called her that night to ask where she was . When he suggested a place to meet , Teresa replied , “ Let’s do it during the day . It’s late , I need to get some rest . ”
“ Are you staying at a hotel or an apartment ? ” Benny asked .
“ I’ll stay wherever I want . Mind your own business , ” Teresa shot back , then hung up .
They met up at a restaurant in Everport , with Benny arriving half an hour early .
When Benny saw Teresa , she wasn’t wearing any flashy jewelry . Her hair was loosely tied back , no fancy styling , just a simple white shirt and flats .
Benny couldn’t help but tease , “ You know , one of the women at my law firm is pregnant , and she dresses almost exactly like you right now . ”
Teresa frowned . “ Can you cut the nonsense and get to the point ? ”
Benny glanced casually at her flat stomach , thinking maybe he was just overthinking things .
He finally got down to business . “ Seriously , Teresa , I just don’t get why you won’t get back together with Jonathan . With him backing you in Nareigh , you could do whatever you want . You can live in his mansion and live a free life . ”
“ No , thank you , ” Teresa cut in quickly . “ If his mom hears that , she’ll say I’m making things up . Just drop it , okay ? ”
Benny raised an eyebrow . “ What’s the big deal ? You’re with him , not his mom . What’s Irene got against you anyway ? If you want , I can talk to Jonathan
about it . ”
“ It’s not like Irene’s done anything to me . She just doesn’t like me . You don’t need to talk to him , and don’t put him in a tough spot . don’t want his mom thinking I’m trying to turn them against each other , ” Teresa replied .
They were already divorced . Complaining to Jonathan about Irene was pointless . Besides , with Irene’s temper , she’d definitely think Teresa was badmouthing her to Jonathan , and that would only make things worse .
“ Let him find someone his mom actually likes , and someone he likes too . Someone who’s really right for him , ” Teresa added .
Benny pressed his lips . From his perspective / it was obvious Teresa still had feelings for Jonathan . If she truly didn’t care , she wouldn’t be thinking about
him this much .
Benny sighed . “ Honestly , if it weren’t for you , Jonathan wouldn’t have come back to Nareigh at all . He’d probably be living in Archulea by now . He only
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came back for you .
Teresa’s fingers tightened at her side , but she just looked up and adved , “ So you called me out pret to talk about me ? if yore using his cita chan there’s nothing left to say . Clearly , you don’t see me as a friend . ”
“ Hey , that’s harsh . How can you say I’m not your friend ? I’ve always been there for you , always helped you out . I’m only speaking up for Jenam because I know he cares about you , and I want you two to get back together *
Benny pressed , “ He said you’ve got someone in Everport . Who is this guy ? is he richer than Jonathan ? Does he treaty don’t want to see you make a mistake . ”
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Teresa gave a wry smile , “ Thanks , but he’s just a colleague’s younger brother who’s been chasing after me . I never dated him , but he wouldn’t take no fe an answer and comered me on the street . Jonathan happened to see it , and I didn’t explain .
“ You know , what’s there to explain ? If I tried to clear things up , it’d look like I wanted to get back together . I’d rather let him think I’m just that cold
hearted . ”
Benny finally understood . So that was it . He knew Teresa wouldn’t fall for someone else , not with Jonathan’s qualities .
“ Fine , if you’ve really moved on , I’ll drop it . But honestly , you haven’t let go of Jonathan at all . I don’t get why you two are always so stubbom . As a Len , you two are driving me crazy , ” Benny grumbled .
“ Alright , I’m heading out , ” he said . “ And don’t worry , I won’t tell Jonathan about any of this . ” Benny gave Teresa’s shoulder a reassuring pat .
“ Even if Jonathan’s not around , you still have me and Miriam . If you ever need money or help , just let us know . You’re not alone , you know ? ”
Teresa’s nose stung as she watched Benny’s car disappear down the road , She reached up to wipe away the tears at the corners of her eyes . She didn’t know how much longer she could keep going on this path . Suddenly , she felt lost .
Her phone rang out of the blue . It was Sherry calling . She and Christian were about to leave ; Christian planned to take his mom to a big hospital in Jarisburg for another checkup , and Sherry was going with him .
Teresa went to see them off , and that’s when she saw Christian , who looked so thin and worn out .
Christian greeted her respectfully , “ Ma’am . ”
Teresa waved her hand . “ Just call me Teresa . ”
Christian nodded . “ Is Mr. Lynn in Everport too ? ”
Teresa shook her head . “ I’m not sure if he’s still here or if he’s already gone back to Nareigh . He was here a couple of days ago , though . ”
Christian was quiet for a few seconds . “ When I left , I told Mr. Lynn that Michael wasn’t my son . I felt like I hadn’t let down Mr. Lynn , or you and Sherry . But Mr. Lynn never realizes Michael is his son . ”
Teresa didn’t say anything . She lowered her head and glanced at her belly . Not only did Jonathan not know Michael was his child , but now she was pregnant with his second child , and even Sherry didn’t know about it yet .
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