Chapter 316: Control

Benson’s lips curled into a bitter smile, but he didn’t respond to Yvonne’s request. He knew she wanted to escape from him, and he also understood that he couldn’t let her go so easily. Lunch had gradually become more relaxed, and Yvonne ate a bit more than usual, seemingly more at ease. She didn’t think too much about it, believing Benson had finally come to terms and was really ready to let her go. However, when Benson left the house promptly at 3 PM, Yvonne’s good mood was quickly shattered. Not long after, Maria appeared at her door, her face filled with anxiety. Yvonne’s heart sank. She realized Benson hadn’t truly left but had sent Maria to watch over her. Her face darkened as she coldly muttered, "Hopeless." "Hopeless." That was the truest reflection of Yvonne’s feelings at that moment. Benson was always like this—just when she began to relax, he would tighten his grip again. He never truly let her go, continuously pushing her deeper into despair. Maria looked at Yvonne, h