Chapter 301

Shirley cleared the dishes and washed up before she lay down in bed. It was a long time before Benjamin emerged from his study. Shirley's body tensed instinctively as soon as she heard him. Benjamin didn't touch her that night. Shirley gradually closed her eyes, listening to Benjamin's even breathing. But it wasn't a peaceful night. In her dreams, a bloodied woman chased her relentlessly, her face twisted in agony and rage. Shirley ran as fast as she could, screaming in terror. But no matter how hard she tried, she couldn't escape. "Shirley, wake up. Shirley…" "Ah!" Shirley bolted upright with a scream, her forehead was covered in sweat. Her hands clutched Benjamin's collar desperately. Benjamin studied her face. Her eyes brimmed with fear. He reached out, patting her back in a rare moment of gentleness. "It was just a nightmare. You're okay now." Shirley gasped for air, her mind gradually piecing itself back together. It was only when she felt the hand on her back, offering