Chapter 124: The Business Trip
If it weren’t for the concern that his anger might scare Martina and make her more inclined to leave him, Benjamin would not have tolerated the situation like this.
Simon was responsible for driving and could clearly see Benjamin’s displeased expression through the rearview camera.
Because of Miss Martinez’s presence, the boss had to suppress his temper and endure something. This situation had never happened before, but was now happening right in front of him.
Martina noticed that Benjamin remained silent and couldn’t help asking again, “Did you hear what I just said? You better not have any bad ideas about Alejandro or the Rodríguez family. What happened yesterday wasn’t their fault; it was my own lack of vigilance. If anyone is to blame, it should be the criminal.”
Benjamin let out a deep sigh and reluctantly nodded, “Don’t worry, I won’t do anything to
them.”
Once Benjamin had a girl who was his whole world, but in the end, he managed to lose her himself, and he had to silently bear the consequences. Perhaps no one could understand his current state of mind better than himself.
If only he had always chosen to stand by Martina’s side unconditionally, many things might have turned out differently. Not to mention that today Martina stood up for another
man!
On the way back home, Benjamin and Martina remained silent, and the atmosphere between them became somewhat awkward. It wasn’t until they were close to home that Benjamin finally took the initiative to speak, “I have a business trip the day after tomorrow, probably for three days.”
Martina had heard these words countless times before.
Every time, Benjamin would hastily spend a day with her, and even less than half a day, before going on a business trip. But it seemed that Benjamin’s frequency of business trips had greatly reduced during this period, and this was his first business trip since Martina had returned.
Martina’s gaze turned towards the window, her expression becoming somewhat complicated. She was still reflecting on the words exchanged between her and Elena earlier.
Even such a request was agreed by Benjamin, could it be that he truly had developed genuine feelings?
However, as she recalled the past events, even in the situation where she knew Benjamin might have genuine feelings, Martina was hesitant to turn back.
“That’s good. Since you have work, focus on it,” Martina said, without asking Benjamin when he would be back like before.
It seemed that Benjamin was also waiting for these words. He wanted to know how much importance he still held in Martina’s heart, even if it was just a little bit.
In the end, he waited for a long time, but he didn’t hear the words he wanted to hear. At that moment, Benjamin felt a bit disheartened. What had he done wrong in the past to make Martina not even want to look back at him? However, through the experiences of this period, he didn’t want Martina to be separated from him. That’s why he tried his best to postpone the business trip.
If it weren’t for this particular job that couldn’t be postponed, Benjamin wouldn’t have gone.
Casually, Simon mentioned, “By the way, Miss Martinez, the boss is going to Carlsbad for the business trip. I heard that there are many interesting things in Carlsbad. I don’t know if you want to go together?”
Even Simon couldn’t help but do something for his boss. Otherwise, knowing the boss’s personality, if he wanted to completely win back Miss Martinez’s heart and change her mind, it would probably take forever.
The current Miss Martinez was clearly not someone who could be approached or treated in the same way as before. The boss had to take a different approach.
At that moment, both Benjamin and Martina were stunned. Benjamin was wondering why he hadn’t thought of this approach earlier. Martina, on the other hand, was surprised because Simon usually represented Benjamin’s intentions. Did this mean that Benjamin was suggesting this?
No wonder Benjamin was beating around the bush earlier. Could he have been waiting for this?
Previously, Martina did plan to go to Carlsbad with Benjamin, but at that time he didn’t
agree.
No, to be precise, it was not that he didn’t agree, but rather that he didn’t take any action at all. He didn’t even pay any attention to what Martina said.
Now, after a long time, Benjamin brought it up on his own, but Martina needed to consider it seriously.
Simon, seizing the opportunity, continued, “Boss, the estimated duration of this trip is actually 5 days. The work part can be completed in a maximum of three days, leaving two days of free time to explore and enjoy Carlsbad. Miss Martinez, won’t you consider it?”
As Simon kept pitching and talking non–stop like a salesperson, Martina’s expression undergone some subtle changes.
Perhaps it was because she remembered Benjamin’s behavior today. Or maybe it was
because Benjamin obediently listened to what she said earlier, and she couldn’t bring herself
to refuse.
Martina turned her head to look at Benjamin beside her, maintaining some distance between them intentionally.
“Do you want me to go?” she asked. Simon’s heart tightened upon hearing her question.. He fervently hoped that his boss wouldn’t do something foolish, or else all the progress he had made in creating the right atmosphere would disappear.
Fortunately, Benjamin was clear–headed this time. He knew what he wanted. If he could spend time with Martina outside of work, it would be a good choice.
With a sincere gaze, Benjamin locked eyes with Martina and said, “Yeah, do you want to go together?”
Martina’s inner world was shaken. At least this version of Benjamin didn’t seem as detestable as before. Moreover, considering what Elena said about Benjamin not hesitating to confront Adam Paloma and torment him, it indicated that he was truly changing.
Setting aside whether they could ultimately be together, at least during this period of time, Martina didn’t want to harbor any more regrets or dissatisfaction.
“Yes,” Martina nodded. “But I haven’t made any plans or researched anything, so I’m afraid two days won’t be enough for sightseeing.”
“That’s okay. Leave the planning to me. I’m a master at strategizing!” Simon
immediately added. “After you return home, just pack your personal belongings. We’ll depart together. I’ve already arranged the itinerary for the boss, and rest assured, we will make sure to allocate enough time for you to have fun.”
