Divorce Anxiety

Kathleen was moved because Federick truly cared about Madeline.

“Federick, it’s great that you found Madeline,” Kathleen reassured the former as she took a step forward. “Let’s take her to the hospital for a quick checkup.”

“Okay.” Federick nodded his head in agreement.

He knew he should keep a lid on his emotions.

With Madeline in his arms, Federick turned to leave.

Resting her chin on her father’s shoulder, Madeline turned around to look at Kathleen.

She stared at Kathleen and Samuel with a pair of discerning eyes.

Then, she smiled at Kathleen.

Kathleen was surprised. She returned the smile after a moment.

The way Madeline quietly stared at her made her seem like a pretty little angel.

Consequently, Kathleen felt pained when she thought of the situation Madeline was in.

Soon, they arrived at the parking lot.

Federick helped Madeline into the car before turning to Kathleen and returning the coat.

“Kathleen, Mr. Macari, thank you so much.” There were two tear streaks on Federick’s handsome face.

“It was no trouble at all, Federick,” Kathleen replied. “As long as I was of help to Madeline, I would do all of it again.”

“Thank you.” Federick was truly grateful. “I’ll take Madeline to the hospital. Both of you must be tired. You should go home and get some rest.”

“Federick, can I visit Madeline tomorrow?” Kathleen asked. “She only ventured out alone because of the promise she made with me.”

“You’re more than welcome to,” Federick replied. “Kathleen, it wasn’t your fault. It’s the nature of Madeline’s illness. This is all on me. Due to my negligence, I seldom spent time with her.”

“Federick, I’ve heard many stories about autistic children. You’re doing your best with Madeline.” Kathleen comforted. “I’m sure she will get better.”

“All right.” Federick nodded slightly. “I’ll take my leave then.”

“Goodbye,” Kathleen said.

“Goodbye.”

Federick got into his car and drove off.

Kathleen turned around and passed Samuel the coat. “Put it on. Don’t catch a cold.”

Accepting the proffered coat, Samuel replied, “Let’s head back as well.”

Kathleen nodded in agreement.

two of them

the journey back,

out

missed calls

her lips, she

her seatbelt and prepared to get

ahold of her pale wrist

in shock. She stammered, “W-What did you

“It doesn’t matter if the child’s

long as the

he had

suddenly wanted a

still frozen stiff,

mind?” Kathleen could not believe

Samuel frowned. “What?”

you want a child now?” Kathleen’s expression was sorrowful. “Even I can’t stand being in this

asked, “What do

side! For the sake of his mistress, the child’s father would always return home late, that is, if he even comes home. He would also

her to care about such

with Nicolette? You would be spending time with them on New Year’s and on Father’s Day. You would constantly be with your other child, playing with them,

She felt incredibly heartbroken.

it made

Kathleen wasn’t stupid.

refused to let her own

let them know that

lips. “You’re overthinking

much? Aren’t you the one who made me think this way? You made me think that you would sleep with Nicolette,” Kathleen said disdainfully. “I refuse to take the risk. I won’t

Kathleen got out of the car

sigh as he stared after Kathleen’s retreating

to have children

won’t Kathleen believe

Kathleen entered the apartment.

with dishes prepared by

herself to a plate of food and sat

Thus, she was going to eat

a sound came from the door, and

Kathleen was momentarily stunned.

go to Nicolette? She left him

room and took off his coat. He proceeded to wash

he also grabbed a plate of

of

if the argument had never

Kathleen prepared