Beyond the Divorce

Chapter 38 Canceled Flight

Feeling disheartened, I entered the gate and walked to the boarding area. In times like this, I wanted a partner to go home with me, as did my parents.

I tried to console myself that the urgent phone call was why he had to leave. I called Ivanna to let her

know where I was. Then I settled into the airport lounge while waiting for boarding.

Matthew had only been to my hometown three times. The first time was the year we graduated. He came

to meet my parents after our relationship became official.

The second time, we wanted to start a business but did not have enough capital to get started. We went to them for help.

The third time was when we mortgaged my parents‘ house to get a loan. After it was approved, he insisted on taking me home to thank my parents.

We did not return home together after that. The reason was always the same–he was busy.

My parents were always understanding, knowing the challenges of starting a company. They said it

dedication and hard work. The first two

the two of us and grew. We persevered for four years, then I became pregnant.

came to

one excuse

stroke. I felt bad because I had not been a

they cared for me. What have

minute, I became more overwhelmed. My anxiety level rose, but the flight

crowded, and the sky grew darker.

only four hours long, I had waited seven hours and

an announcement.

impending hurricane.

hearing the announcement, I froze. How could

leaving, I shakily called my mother. I told her that flights had been stopped while trying

mother comforted me. “Your dad is

saved him. Don’t worry, he’s recovering. Wait until flights start again.”

instead? I’m worried

are terrible right now because of the pandemic. If your dad gets better in the

hurry back. Let’s wait for the weather to