18

Benjamin and Hazel each departed the house on their own.

It was Saturday, and the following day was when their divorce was meant to be finalized.

The phone rang for Benjamin. He became a little irritated the instant he saw Yvonne's name.

He hesitated for an instant before answering her phone. However, he took a moment before answering the phone. "Is there something wrong?" he asked in a somewhat sarcastic tone.

When Yvonne heard his tone, she was somewhat astonished. This was not usually how Benjamin spoke to her.

"Yvonne, it's me, Benjamin," Yvonne said. After giving it some thought, she concluded that it's possible Benjamin didn't see her name on his screen.

Benjamin reached out to comfort himself, pressing the space between his eyes.

"Where are you now?" he inquired.

Yvonne grinned as soon as she heard his response. It was clear from Benjamin's statements that he desired to see her.

"I'm in my house. "I prepared your preferred dishes and am eager for you to return home so we can sh