Heiress Unmasked: Shaking the World With Geomancy novel Chapter 1789

However, Benjamin didn't interrupt Hector.

After Hector finished his reprimand, he averted his gaze back to Benjamin and solemnly asked, "The only thing that made me turn a blind eye was your love and care for her. Does your heart even have the capacity to do that anymore?"

Benjamin remained silent, feeling the warmth emanating from the Core Vein Stone on his chest.

Though Shannon had refused to take it back, he hadn't returned it to its original place. As long as it was with him, his heart was whole.

Somehow, he couldn't shake the feeling that something was still missing. He had his heart, yet it felt empty.

Hector ignored his expression and continued, "If you don't, stay out of Shannon's world. It's not like she can't live without you."

Hector spoke without waiting for Benjamin’s response, his steps already taking him toward the door. But just as he was about to leave, he glanced back at him.

"Last question," he said, his tone calm. "I'm asking as Benjamin's friend."

He paused, his eyes locking onto Benjamin's. "Are you really not injured from yesterday?"

Benjamin met his gaze and, after a long moment, answered softly, "No."

Hector raised an eyebrow but didn't say anything further. With that, he turned and quickly left.

The courtyard fell silent again, and Benjamin's face, still unmarked from the punch, looked as if nothing had happened.

Just as it was time for dinner that evening, Hector managed to return home. His expression was normal, as if he had just been at work for the day.

Shannon, however, couldn't help but glance at him, her gaze involuntarily drawn to his right hand. She quickly looked away, but after a moment, her eyes wandered back, this time lingering.