Divorce Anxiety

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.

continue chatting. I have something to deal with, so I’ll take my leave now.” With that said, Sophie turned around

Kathleen and asked, “May

me to dine with them at home,”

so he continued, “I’ll send you

“Okay.” Kathleen nodded.

on the seat. Embarrassed, he said, “I’m sorry. I forgot that I put

to move those books to the

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

faint smile, Federick said, “Okay, that works too. These books are

smiled and got into the

and fastened his seat belt.

told him the address of

was stunned for a moment before regaining his composure

the backseat as well, so she took one and asked, “Federick, what are

one you’re looking at is a story I’ve written for Madeline. An

good read and

smile, Federick

not

got into an accident and couldn’t draw anymore. I couldn’t find another illustrator to replace him, so the sequel has to

nodded at his

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

to ask if you’ll be volunteering here next

nodded and replied, “Yes, as long as I have the

Autistic children don’t really interact with anyone since they’re too immersed in their own worlds. If there’s a way to pique

continued to listen

it trouble you if

to be so polite when speaking to me.

with nothing in return, so he offered, “That’s good to hear! Feel free

“Federick, can I have this

can have it if you like it.” Federick

the book in her arms and said, “Okay, I’ll take

the

at the magnificent mansion,

worried that Federick might