Pampered By My Mr. Lawyer (Benjamin and Madelyn)

Chapter 334 The Seven-Year Itch, Madelyn, Do You Still Love Me（2）

Chapter 334 The Seven-Year Itch, Madelyn, Do You Still Love Me? 2

The next day, when he woke up, he saw Madelyn's face.

She was squatting by the sofa, tucking Everest's little feet in.

He must have discovered his secret last night, and there was something off in their gazes as a couple.

But Madelyn was still gentle and considerate, asking, "Why did you sleep in the study with Everest?"

Benjamin looked at her directly and hoarsely said after a long pause, "I was afraid of waking you up."

It was a clear excuse, and they both knew it.

Madelyn didn't ask further, she just touched Everest's head and said, "I'll make breakfast."

As she got up to leave, her arm was caught by him. Benjamin's voice was low and suppressed,

"Madelyn, I want to taste what you cook too."

Madelyn was briefly stunned, but then smiled and agreed.

She left, her figure slim and graceful. She seemed to know what he was up to.

But if he didn't say it, she wouldn't give it to him.

But if he did say it, would she give it to him?

When Madelyn was making breakfast, Benjamin came in. He was neatly dressed, looking fresh, and

carried a faint scent of aftershave.

He leaned in close to Madelyn and asked for a good morning kiss.

He lightly kissed behind her tender ear, his voice muffled and husky, "Did you hear it last night?"

Madelyn was momentarily confused.

She wanted to push him away, but Benjamin held onto her waist with one hand.

Their bodies pressed so closely together that she could almost feel his desire. She couldn't help but

wonder, wasn't last night enough for him?

"We're going to take Everest to school later, and you should go to the office too."

He still refused to let her go, whispering, "Are you going to give me more excuses, Madelyn? Are you

using these excuses to deceive your husband? Don't you care about everything I've done? Including

Charlotte's letter, including my body, and the business dinners you never call about..."

Finally, he asked, "Madelyn, do you still love me?"

Madelyn was momentarily stunned.

Because after they reconciled, he had been treating her well and never asked for anything.

Now, he was asking for love...

In this world, many things are within human reach, but love at their age seemed like a luxury. She still

remembered how she used to yearn for his love.

Now it seemed that he wasn't satisfied.

Madelyn gently stroked his handsome face. He looked charming and attractive, and his touch felt warm

and within reach.

She was content with their current life.

She thought he was content too, but she didn't expect him to be so persistent.

Madelyn smiled softly, "Love, of course I do."

Benjamin stared at her for a long time, then said softly, "I've asked Paisley to clear my schedule for a

month. Our whole family will travel and visit different places in the country."

Madelyn frowned.

"But Everest has school, and her piano practice can't be neglected. And Francis is too young, and..."

She mentioned many reasons but didn't give a decisive answer.

Benjamin's gaze grew slightly cold.

In fact, she hadn't even considered traveling with him. Apart from their normal life, she didn't have any

expectations of being with him!

She... didn't love him!

Benjamin just watched her quietly.

After a while, he said, "Madelyn, let's see a psychologist!"

He believed that either he was sick or she had some psychological barriers.

Madelyn refused. She turned around and continued making breakfast, speaking softly, "Ben, aren't we

doing fine now? Many couples... go through this."

Benjamin didn't embrace her again.

He stood behind her and said in a muted voice, "Other people are other people, but we are ourselves."This content © Nôv/elDr(a)m/a.Org.

He had witnessed Madelyn's passion for "Ben," while her feelings towards him were like those of a

perfect and formulaic couple who treated each other with respect.

After half a year had passed, Benjamin finally admitted that he had never truly gained her heart due to

his insistence.

In their later life together, Madelyn continued to be as gentle and caring as before, playing the role of a

good wife and mother, and of course, she would try her best to please him in bed...

But Benjamin discovered that Madelyn no longer felt anything.

Often times, he was passionate, but she remained indifferent, just cooperating with him...

For a man, this was particularly discouraging.

He could no longer bring her happiness.

He dared not force her or demand that she fulfill her marital duties. The weekly sex life gradually

became once a month.

Their life became dull and bland, but at least their children were healthy.

Benjamin realized that there was something mentally wrong with Madelyn, but she was unwilling to

seek treatment.

He treated her even better, fearing that one day she would leave him because of their dull life.

As for the reunion with their classmates, it was postponed for a month due to special circumstances,

and by the time it was held, it was already close to October.

Madelyn went shopping with Eloise.

Eloise was now a well-known model with a good income. She gradually became independent and

moved out of the Clarks' mansion with Emerson. Madelyn was surprised when she heard the news and

found it somewhat unbelievable.

However, she did not know about Eloise's obsession.

Because that person had said that he appreciated independent women, and the naive Eloise took it

seriously.

They sat down and drank coffee when they got tired from shopping, but Vivian happened to be there as

well, which was a surprise.

Vivian looked Madelyn up and down, gently pinched her face, and asked, "What do you eat? How

come you don't look old at all? Your skin is getting better and better. Did Benjamin give you special

care?"

Madelyn did not really talk about their sex life now.

She just smiled.

Vivian mentioned the reunion and sighed softly, "It seems like it's been several years since the last one.

Madelyn, we don't know what it will be like when we meet again!"

Vivian talked about what she knew.

"Do you remember Elizabeth? She has been wandering around for years and finally married a coal

mine boss. After her older wife died, she finally settled down and is now quite proud of herself."

"Daniel is still single!"

...

Madelyn listened quietly.

Eloise was also silent.

This person, Daniel, seemed to be a stranger as if he had never existed.

After they finished their coffee, Eloise left for something important, while Vivian had to pick up her son.

Everest Kindergarten had an activity, so Madelyn decided to continue shopping on her own. She had

some deep feelings about this reunion. She and Benjamin had first slept together on the night of a

previous reunion.

Women always remember their first time clearly.

As she thought about old memories, she suddenly wanted to escape.

She called Benjamin and asked him to pick up Everest, saying that she had something to take care of.

There was a moment of silence on the other end of the phone.

Finally, he agreed.

Madelyn didn't let the driver take her. She walked along the street slowly. She remembered that their

apartment was just a couple of blocks away...

The sky was turning dark.

Under the neon lights, she saw the Ferris wheel, still there.

She stood there silently, eyes glistening.

At night, she opened the door to her apartment.

Everything was the same as before, except for the Morning Dew plant that had been moved away.

Madelyn sat quietly inside, and only in the silence of the night did she dare to ask herself:

Is it true? Doesn't she love Benjamin?

Even if he treats her well, she stubbornly wears her wedding ring from the past and is unwilling to take

it off.

And she's unwilling to start over with him!

Her heart is filled with the past, rejecting the present Benjamin, treating him not as a husband but as a

tool to piece everything together... is that right?

Is that really how she feels?

Late at night, she still sat motionless in the apartment.

Maybe it was too tiring, and she needed to rest. Here, she didn't need to play the role of a good wife

and mother. She just needed to release her emotions and reminisce about the past...

In the darkness, Madelyn cried silently.

The door opened quietly, and a beam of light shone in.

She lifted her eyes gently and saw her husband standing by the door, holding a plastic bag in his hand.

She didn't know what was inside, but she could smell the fragrance of food.

Benjamin's voice was gentle and calm, "The children are all asleep. Everest will be watching Francis.

There are still servants in the house, so we'll stay here tonight."

Madelyn looked at him quietly.

Benjamin wanted to turn on the light, but Madelyn whispered softly, "Don't, don't turn on the light!"

She didn't want to appear too disheveled in front of him.

Benjamin closed the door and walked towards her in the dim light. He put down the things in his hand

and gently hugged her, murmuring, "Madelyn... I'm sorry, really sorry!"

He had neglected her.

When she gave birth to Everest, she suffered from postpartum depression.

Later, when she gave birth to Francis, he angered her again.

Everyone thought she was strong, and she thought she could be, too. After they reconciled, it seemed

like they were repairing their relationship, but no one knew that Madelyn was actually sick. The more

they hurriedly tried to mend their relationship, the more severe her illness became, until one day she

realized it too...

Benjamin held her as she cried, feeling sad but gentle, "Don't be afraid, I'll stay with you. Shall we go to

see a doctor tomorrow?"