Chapter 338: Escape Under the Dappled Shadows of the Trees

Yvonne didn’t respond to his request, simply lowering her head in silence, a quiet refusal. Her silence left Benson feeling helpless, but he didn’t give up. "If you don’t say anything, I’ll take that as a yes," he said, forcing a lighthearted smile. Then he gently wrapped his arms around her waist, pressing against her belly. "Baby, Daddy will stay until you fall asleep, okay?" Yvonne felt exasperated by his persistent attitude but couldn’t help accepting his request this time. "You promised not to sleep with me again, yet you’ve broken your word," she tried to keep her tone calm. "The baby wants me to stay," Benson replied firmly. "Did the baby tell you that?" Yvonne rolled her eyes, feeling a little helpless. Benson nodded seriously, "No child wouldn’t want to be with their dad." His answer made Yvonne chuckle despite her dissatisfaction. She could only resign herself to the situation. As the lights dimmed, Yvonne lay flat on the bed and closed her eyes. She could feel Benso