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

of us and grew. We persevered for four years,

only visited home once, and my parents came to Foswood after I had Ava.

excuse after another.

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

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

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

sky grew darker. It was already

only four hours long, I had waited seven hours and

the airport made an announcement.

impending hurricane.

the announcement, I froze. How could this

I shakily called my mother. I told her that flights had been

not worry,” my mother comforted me. “Your dad is doing

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

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

the pandemic. If

for the weather to ease up. Plus, you need to take care of Ava,