All Too Late

Chapter 24 Getting Angry

After the charity work had ended, Sophie escorted Kathleen out of the charity home.

“Does your hand still hurt?” Sophie asked.

Kathleen shook her head and replied, “It doesn’t hurt anymore.”

Sophie noticed Kathleen’s dejected mood and consoled, “Everyone was like you when they first volunteer here. Even though they might not have encountered situations where the children were having episodes, they felt the same way as you when they heard about the parents.”

Kathleen bit her lips and asked, “What are the chances of recovery for these children?”

“The chances are slim. Even if they’ve recovered, there are still possibilities for them to be triggered again.” Sophie sighed and continued, “As of now, there’s still no definite explanation as to why this happens. There’s no cure for it as well.”

Gloomily, Kathleen said, “Ms. Campbell, I don’t know how to explain my feelings. After seeing those children and their parents, I’m worried that my own child will be like this too. Am I being very selfish? The first thing I thought about is myself after witnessing what happened.”

Sophie patted her shoulder and said, “You silly child. It’s normal to feel this way. When you get pregnant in the future, you just have to make sure that you’re feeling happy at all times. Everything is fine if you give birth safely. Stop overthinking.”

Feeling happy at all times? I want to but I’m suffering.

That was the reason why Kathleen was feeling upset. She was worried that her suffering would affect her child.

With a gentle tone, Sophie said, “You’re a kind-hearted person. God will not mistreat you.”

“Ms. Campbell, I really like this place. Can I continue to volunteer here?” Kathleen asked.

Sophie nodded and replied, “Of course! We will always welcome you.”

“Thank you!” Kathleen was delighted upon hearing that.

Just then, a black Mercedes-Benz stopped in front of her.

Federick got off the car and said, “Kathleen, I’m here to apologize to you.”

Puzzled, Kathleen asked, “Federick, how’s Madeline?”

“My mum’s looking after her. Don’t worry, my mum has experience taking care of Madeline,” he explained.

Feeling relieved, she nodded.

so I’ll take my leave now.” With

Kathleen and asked, “May

waiting for me to

okay.” Federick was worried that she might misunderstand, so he continued, “I’ll send

“Okay.” Kathleen nodded.

the seat. Embarrassed, he said, “I’m

to move those books to the

it would be too troublesome, so she suggested, “Federick, you

“Okay, that works

and got into

well and fastened his seat belt. He

told him the address of the

moment before regaining

well, so she took one and asked,

books published by my company. The one you’re looking at is a story I’ve written for Madeline. An illustrator drew

a good

smile, Federick replied,

story not completed?” Kathleen asked in

publish the sequel this summer, but the illustrator got into an accident and couldn’t draw anymore. I couldn’t find another illustrator to replace him, so the sequel has to be delayed,”

nodded at

there a reason why you’re looking for me?” she asked out of

you’ll be volunteering

and replied, “Yes, as long as

was relieved upon hearing that. “That’s great! Autistic children don’t really interact with anyone since they’re too immersed in their own worlds. If there’s a way to pique their interest in interacting with others, there might be a chance

to listen to

reacted to your words today. Will it trouble you if

“Of course not. Federick, you don’t have to be so polite when speaking to me. It’s my pleasure to help

so he offered, “That’s good to hear! Feel free to let me know

“Federick, can I have this

it if you like it.” Federick happily gifted her the

wrapped the book in her arms and

arrived at the

mansion, Federick was

that