Pampered By My Mr. Lawyer (Benjamin and Madelyn)
Chapter 197 I Want to See You

Chapter 197 I Want to See You

After William left, Madelyn stayed alone for a long while.

When she went to the banquet, she regained her composure.

Nicolas went up to her and said, "Did that old man come to see you again just now? Did he ask you to provide for him after someone took away all his money?"

Madelyn took a goblet of champagne and said, "Don't gossip on such a formal occasion."

Nicolas snorted softly. "I care about you."

Madelyn knew what was on his mind. He wanted to embarrass Benjamin. She wasn't so blind as to think this playboy fancied her.

However, she took three million dollars from Tyler, so she had to perform her duty.

Madelyn took Nicolas along when she greeted the guests. She was graceful, and the young man behaved decently without causing any trouble. Two wealthy men chatted happily in the distance.

Tyler said with a broad smile, "Alexander, it is worth three million dollars. Nicolas has changed completely within a month."

Alexander echoed, "I see that our Madelyn has grown mature. When girls meet someone younger, their motherhood is brought out."

After he spoke, he chuckled.

Tyler's face stiffened. "Your Madelyn?"

Alexander said in surprise, "Tyler, don't you know? Madelyn almost married Benjamin. They're having a small fight and trying to reconcile now." Tyler's heart sank.

Madelyn was a nice girl. But would his son beat Benjamin? Benjamin was famous for his schemes in the legal business and never failed to get what he wanted. Tyler started to worry about his son.

However, he was too proud to admit it, so he said with a feigned laugh, "They will court the girls they like in their own ways."

Alexander raised his goblet.

Speak of the devil, Benjamin came.

He came without being invited. His special and sensitive identity attracted much attention.

When Madelyn turned around, she saw him.

She was attired in a pure white dress.

He was wearing a black and white suit.

They looked at each other at their best ages with their best countenances. At that moment, it seemed all the other people disappeared, and all the noises stopped. Benjamin went up to her slowly and said, "Congratulations!"

Madelyn paused.

Nicolas was annoyed, thinking she couldn't forget about Benjamin.

He nudged at her, and Madelyn came back to her senses.

Benjamin suddenly chuckled softly.

He knew Madelyn always loved his countenance, no matter what she had experienced or how much she hated him. The admiration in her eyes was evident. Benjamin handed her a gift.

He said gently, "Madelyn, I won't miss any of the important days from now on."

Madelyn didn't want to lose her temper in public.

Moreover, many people were looking at them.

She handed the gift to Nicolas and said lightly, "Mr. Clark, you've flattered me. I don't think you should say these words considering our relationship. You're a guest here. Have fun."

After she spoke, Madelyn nodded at Benjamin slightly and went away to entertain the guests.

She took Nicolas with her.

Benjamin didn't move his eyes away from her. He watched her entertain the guests and dance with them. Occasionally, she met his eyes, but she quickly turned away and chose not to see him. Madelyn behaved perfectly at the banquet.

But only she knew that she was vulnerable and heartbroken.

She got drunk...

When it was over, Madelyn splashed cold water on her face in the bathroom.

Nicolas leaned against the wall outside and played games on his mobile phone. When he waited for her, he ridiculed her. "When Benjamin came, your eyes lit up. What's so good about him? If he's so good, why did you break up with him?"

Madelyn came out of the bathroom.

She said in an icy voice, "It's none of your business."

Nicolas snorted coldly and followed her. "Do you think I want to interfere with your business? You look like a coward. What, don't you dare to fall in love again after being hurt? You're only twenty-five, but you live like a nun. Don't tell me that you plan to live the rest of your life alone."

Madelyn came to a halt.

She froze...

Nicolas!

Only Nicolas saw her through. Yes, he was right. Madelyn didn't dare to love anyone after being hurt by Benjamin. Back then, everyone thought she would fall for David, but she didn't. She didn't dare to love anyone.

She was not as tough as she thought.

Madelyn didn't let Nicolas drive her home. She planned to take a taxi. When she went out of the building, she saw Benjamin.

He leaned against the car, smoking a cigarette.

He was dazzling in the neon lights, but she couldn't afford to love him.

Madelyn called for a taxi.

When she was waiting, Benjamin stubbed out the cigarette and came over with a frown. "Where's Nicolas? Why didn't he give you a lift?"

Madelyn put down her mobile phone.

She stared at the musical fountain ahead and said softly, "Benjamin, can you spare me? The breakup of our relationship might be like a tumble to you. It doesn't hurt you seriously. But I'm only an ordinary person, and I can't afford another disappointment. Therefore, no matter if you're serious or not, I can't afford it. I can't afford to love a big shot like you!"

Benjamin's stretching hand froze in the air.

Madelyn's nose turned slightly red. "You treat marriage as a game and wear the engagement ring on your middle finger. You don't love me, but you pretend that you adore me. If I marry you, perhaps I will replace you don't love me after three or five years. You might only adore me. You like my body and my company, but how long can I remain young?"

"You say you love me? Why should I believe you?"

"So, that's it."

A taxi pulled over in front of her, and Madelyn got in the car.

Benjamin stood alone for a long time under the cover of the night.

His heart sank slowly.

He realized it was almost impossible to win back Madelyn and started to get anxious.

Madelyn returned to her small apartment.

She didn't want to think of Benjamin again. She decided to push him out of her life and learn to ignore him.

In the following week, Benjamin didn't bother her or call her, nor did he park his car outside her apartment building.

Madelyn thought both of them had moved on.

On Saturday night, her doorbell rang when she just got home.

Madelyn went to open the door.

Grayson stood at the door with a haggard face.

Madelyn closed the door and made him coffee, asking softly, "What's wrong? Did anything happen to Vivian?"

Grayson sat on the small sofa.

He was not familiar with Madelyn. They used to be strangers, but they got closer because of Vivian and dined together a few times.

Grayson held the cup and said softly, "Vivian is pregnant."

Madelyn was surprised, but she had seen it coming.

Grayson gazed at her. He knew Madelyn managed to live a good life for a few days, but he was at his wit's end, so he had to ask her for help. "Jackson doesn't agree to divorce. Besides, Elizabeth's child is no his, so he has the upper hand in some aspects. If he doesn't want to divorce, Vivian will be stuck with him."

Madelyn was taken aback.

Grayson took out a cigarette. After getting permission from Madelyn, he lit the cigarette and took a deep puff.

"Vivian can't wait. She's three months pregnant."

He didn't say anything else, but Madelyn knew what he meant.

If Vivian couldn't get a divorce, her reputation would be ruined, and Grayson would have difficulty explaining it to his family. Their relationship was not approved of by his family in the beginning. Madelyn went to the kitchen and poured more coffee for Grayson.

She knew why Grayson came. Benjamin was a top lawyer with powerful means and connections. If he intervened, the divorce would be easy.

Madelyn said quietly, "Aren't you a friend of his?"

Grayson gave a bitter smile.

He was a friend of Benjamin, but it had been difficult for him to meet the latter recently. Benjamin's secretary kept saying that Benjamin went on a business trip or in a meeting...

Grayson was smart.

After he failed to meet Benjamin a few times, he guessed what Benjamin wanted. Benjamin wanted Madelyn to beg him.

Grayson said hoarsely, "Vivian doesn't know I come to see you. She'd rather abort the baby than trouble you. I'm being selfish this time. Madelyn, I beg you!"

Madelyn went back to the living room.

Grayson's eyes became slightly red. He looked extremely depressed, but he tried to pretend he was all right.

Madelyn had seen Grayson in high spirits and had seen him flirting with women frivolously. This was the first time she had seen him in depression.

She couldn't help sighing in her trance. "Vivian has met her Mr. Right."

Madelyn didn't say anything. Grayson rose and knelt to her.

"Grayson, get up!"

Madelyn tried to help him up, but Grayson didn't budge and said in a choked voice, "Madelyn, I will do anything to make Vivian give birth to the baby safely. I won't hesitate even if you want all my properties. I'll work hard to support my wife and child..."

Madelyn pulled him up.

She said softly, "Why do I need your properties? Don't you have to bring up the baby?"

Grayson looked at her with hopeful eyes.

Madelyn forced a smile and said, "I'll do that. I'll beg him."

Grayson wanted to say something.

But Madelyn asked him to leave. "Take good care of Vivian. Don't tell her you came to me tonight."

Grayson left.

Madelyn took a bottle of beer from the fridge and drank it slowly.

The night wind was cold, and the beer was icy.

When she woke up in the middle of the night, her face was streaked with tears.

She sat on the balcony through the night. When she came back to her senses, the dazzling golden sun rose and shone on the city.

Madelyn lowered her head and dialed Benjamin's number quietly.

"Benjamin, I want to see you."