Chapter 17 Though Benjamin trusted Lily and was willing to protect her despite potential stock impact , Lily didn't want to burden him . She resigned voluntarily and took full responsibility for the plagiarism allegations . While packing her design materials , colleagues watched with reluctance . They firmly believed Lily was incapable of plagiarism - her talent made it unnecessary . Benjamin returned from the board meeting to find Lily packing and rushed to intervene . " I'll explain to the board . You're the victim here - bearing this blame could ruin your career . " Lily appreciated his defense but refused to drag him down . As the heir of the Lee Group , Benjamin had faced repeated board interrogations , working late nights to manage the fallout . " Thank you , Benjamin . I've saved enough to take a break . " Despite his attempts to dissuade her , Lily remained resolute . " Rest for now . When this blows over , I'll reinstate you . " Seeing Lily's exhausted look , Benjamin agreed she needed respite . Fearing Lily would overthink and feel suffocated at home , Benjamin frequently visited , insisting on outings . Lily yielded - partly to ease her parents ' worries - and gradually softened 11463 Chapter 17 toward him . 128 Mbek Today , Benjamin booked a riverside restaurant with breathtaking views . Gazing at the scenery while dining , Lily felt her spirits lift . Just as she remarked on the empty venue , Benjamin knelt on one knee , holding flowers and a jewelry box . " Lily , I love you . Will you be with me ? " He opened the box , revealing a diamond bracelet . " I designed this for you . Please don't say no ? " Through their time together , Lily had grown to accept Benjamin . Her amnesia felt like a chance to shed past burdens and start anew . Taking the flowers , she whispered : " Okay . " Stunned by her acceptance , Benjamin froze until Lily prompted : " Aren't you putting it on ? " Fumbling with the bracelet , he gently clasped it around her wrist , then tremblingly kissed the scar on her forearm . " I , Benjamin , swear to love Lily forever . " Returning home , Lily felt dizzy . The bracelet glimmered - the ghost of his trembling kiss still lingering on her skin .