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

hard work. The first two years were hectic, working

and grew. We persevered for four years, then I became

once, and my parents came to Foswood after I

one excuse after

stroke. I felt bad because I had not been a good daughter.

the way they cared for me. What

passing minute, I became more overwhelmed. My anxiety level

more crowded, and the sky grew darker. It

I had waited seven hours and still hadn’t boarded the plane.

an announcement. They had suspended all flights

impending hurricane.

announcement, I froze. How could this

her that flights had been stopped while trying

dad is doing much better. According to the doctor,

Prompt treatment saved him. Don’t worry, he’s recovering.

I take a train instead? I’m worried about you,”

because of the pandemic. If your

don’t have to hurry back. Let’s wait for the weather to ease