All Too Late

Kathleen was moved because Federick truly cared about Madeline.

“Federick, it’s great that you found Madeline,” Kathleen reassured the former as she took a step forward. “Let’s take her to the hospital for a quick checkup.”

“Okay.” Federick nodded his head in agreement.

He knew he should keep a lid on his emotions.

With Madeline in his arms, Federick turned to leave.

Resting her chin on her father’s shoulder, Madeline turned around to look at Kathleen.

She stared at Kathleen and Samuel with a pair of discerning eyes.

Then, she smiled at Kathleen.

Kathleen was surprised. She returned the smile after a moment.

The way Madeline quietly stared at her made her seem like a pretty little angel.

Consequently, Kathleen felt pained when she thought of the situation Madeline was in.

Soon, they arrived at the parking lot.

Federick helped Madeline into the car before turning to Kathleen and returning the coat.

“Kathleen, Mr. Macari, thank you so much.” There were two tear streaks on Federick’s handsome face.

“It was no trouble at all, Federick,” Kathleen replied. “As long as I was of help to Madeline, I would do all of it again.”

“Thank you.” Federick was truly grateful. “I’ll take Madeline to the hospital. Both of you must be tired. You should go home and get some rest.”

“Federick, can I visit Madeline tomorrow?” Kathleen asked. “She only ventured out alone because of the promise she made with me.”

“You’re more than welcome to,” Federick replied. “Kathleen, it wasn’t your fault. It’s the nature of Madeline’s illness. This is all on me. Due to my negligence, I seldom spent time with her.”

“Federick, I’ve heard many stories about autistic children. You’re doing your best with Madeline.” Kathleen comforted. “I’m sure she will get better.”

“All right.” Federick nodded slightly. “I’ll take my leave then.”

“Goodbye,” Kathleen said.

“Goodbye.”

Federick got into his car and drove off.

Kathleen turned around and passed Samuel the coat. “Put it on. Don’t catch a cold.”

Accepting the proffered coat, Samuel replied, “Let’s head back as well.”

Kathleen nodded in agreement.

of them got

journey back, they did

out his

multiple missed calls

her lips, she said,

seatbelt and

her pale wrist and said,

shock. She stammered, “W-What did you

a child.” Samuel’s voice was hoarse. “It doesn’t

as the child is

he had not

suddenly wanted

stiff, and her face was

you out of your mind?” Kathleen could not believe

Samuel frowned. “What?”

Kathleen’s expression was sorrowful. “Even I can’t stand being in this household, and you expect

Samuel asked, “What do

a mistress on the side! For the sake of his mistress, the child’s father would always return home late, that is, if he even comes home. He would also drop everything and run to the mistress the moment she calls. Can this

expected her to care about

your other child, playing with them, and taking them to amusement parks. What would happen to my child then?” Tears started to fall from

She felt incredibly heartbroken.

of it made

Kathleen wasn’t stupid.

let her own child go through

was dead than let them know that

pursed his lips. “You’re

think that you would sleep with Nicolette,” Kathleen said disdainfully.

got out of the car and entered

heaved a sigh as he stared

no plans to have

Kathleen

Kathleen entered the apartment.

dining table was ladened with dishes prepared by Maria. The food

helped herself to a plate of food and

much energy that day. Thus, she was going to eat

moment, a sound came from the

Kathleen was momentarily stunned.

to Nicolette? She left him so many

the room and took off his coat. He proceeded to wash

also grabbed a plate of food and sat

of them were

if the argument

their meal, Kathleen