Chapter 1723

“Rest now.

We’ll revisit this discussion another time”, Benny said softly as he withdrew his hand.

His evasive response crushed whatever hope lingered in Flossie’s heart.

After a brief moment of silence, Flossie found her voice again.

“I understand,” she murmured.

Numbly, she opened the car door and stepped out.

The thud of the door closing reverberated behind her, followed by the uncertain shuffle of Edmund’s and Benny’s footsteps.

Without glancing back, Flossie spoke, her voice strained.

“Don’t follow me.

I need some time alone.

”

Edmund and Benny could only watch in silence as Flossie’s delicate form faded from view.

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Once Flossie had departed, Edmund’s phone rang.

It was one of his subordinates reporting, “Boss, we’ve obtained some crucial information.

The hospital staff has confirmed that Matthew’s condition is extremely critical.

It appears he’s on the verge of death.

”

With a satisfied smirk, Edmund concluded the call and relayed the news to Benny.

“Everything is proceeding as planned.

Matthew’s condition is worsening rapidly.

You can begin preparations for the next phase.

”

Following his conversation with Edmund, Benny ascended the stairs.

Benny noticed Flossie’s absence, the closed bedroom door indicating her presence within, yet he chose not to interrupt her solitude.

Seated in the living room, Benny pondered over his plans and the unexpected baby situation.

Not until darkness fell did a solution finally emerge in Benny’s mind.

Rising from his seat, Benny made his way to the kitchen.

Although dinner had been prepared by seven o’clock in the evening, Flossie remained motionless, showing no signs of activity.

Benny approached Flossie’s room, gently tapping on the door.

“Flossie, join me for dinner.

”

As anticipated, silence greeted him.

He tried to push the door open, but it was locked from within.

A furrow creased Benny’s brow as concern for potential mishaps arose, especially considering Edmund’s anger if anything happened to her.

Opting for the spare key, Benny unlocked the door, illuminating the darkened room as he flicked on the light switch.

Flossie sat by the window, her gaze vacant and distant.

Benny, reassured of Flossie’s well-being, crouched before her, tenderly clasping her hands as he encouraged, “Feeling hungry? I’ve prepared your favorites.

Join me for dinner.

”

Flossie remained silent, her gaze avoiding Benny’s.

After his attempts to persuade her failed, Benny fell into a prolonged silence.

Eventually, he gathered his thoughts and said, “Consider having an abortion.

”

Due to what occurred with Evelyn in the past, Benny had been extremely cautious and did not desire to have another child.

Additionally, having a child would create another vulnerability for him.

Given the circumstances, he was determined to avoid any disruptions to his plan.

Hearing what Benny said, Flossie finally reacted.