Chapter 686

The tensed-up expression on Carol's face finally dissipated. Fortunately, Benjamin didn't recognize her after she gained weight intentionally. Just as she was about to continue making her way up the hill while pretending to be unconcerned, Benjamin turned back out of the blue. His car screeched as he came to a stop right by Carol's side. Carol stiffened up immediately. Why did he turn back? She straightened her back completely and gripped tightly onto the shovel that she was carrying over her shoulder. She figured that she could swing the shovel at Benjamin if he recognized her. He lowered his car window and called out to Carol, "Madam, can I ask you something?" Carol was speechless when she heard Benjamin addressing her as "madam". She forced a gruff voice as she replied, "Go ahead. What is it?" She lowered the shovel. After she took a quick glance at Benjamin, she lowered her head to examine the shovel. Then, she pretended as if she found an issue with the shovel. Sh