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

first two years were hectic, working tirelessly.

started with the two of us and grew. We persevered for four years, then I

visited home once, and my parents came to Foswood after I had Ava. We rarely got

one excuse

I felt bad

for my parents the way they cared for me. What have I done for them?

anxiety

more crowded, and the sky grew darker. It was already 8

only four hours long, I had waited seven

the airport made an announcement. They had

impending hurricane.

froze. How could this

the airport personnel leaving, I shakily called my mother. I told her that flights had

dad is doing

Prompt treatment saved him. Don’t worry, he’s recovering. Wait until flights start

I’m worried about you,” I said

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

the weather to ease up. Plus, you need to