Divorce Anxiety

Christopher couldn’t stop frowning.

Why did Astrid come back right now? I heard she worked as a war correspondent for a few years.

Christopher typed out a reply: I’ll do my best to be a good friend to her.

Osvald: It’s up to you. I just want you to keep an eye on her. That’s it.

Christopher let out a cold snort.

Is he saying that I’m overthinking?

Christopher went to watch the live stream and happened to see Kathleen bringing Astrid to their rooms.

“This is your room. Nancy and I are living on this floor, so if you need any help, just let us know.” Kathleen was both gentle and thoughtful.

Astrid chuckled. “All right. This is my first time on a variety show, so I’m completely baffled. Please let me know if I do anything wrong!”

“This is my first time, too.” A smile nudged Kathleen’s lips. “We can learn together.”

“Sure,” Astrid replied cheerfully. “I worked as a war correspondent overseas previously. A year ago, a grenade splinter cut across my forehead, and I nearly lost my life. I was traumatized and ended up coming home.”

Kathleen nodded in acknowledgment.

She actually didn’t want to ask personal questions, for she knew how to respect someone else’s privacy.

Now that Astrid chose to reveal everything herself, Kathleen had to play along. “You did great.”

“If I don’t do it, someone else will,” Astrid responded. “It might be dangerous, but I think it’s a meaningful job. Compared to normal jobs, I think mine is far more significant.”

“Every job has its own significance,” Kathleen told her.

Astrid met her gaze thoughtfully. “You’re right.”

“Let’s head down to join everyone downstairs.” Kathleen smiled.

Astrid nodded and reached out to take Kathleen’s hand. “Oh, your hand is soft, unlike mine. I didn’t get to take care of my hands previously, so they are pretty rough.”

Kathleen’s lips curved. “You can start now. Your hands will be like mine soon.”

you say.” Astrid’s

of them headed down the

felt really uncomfortable after hearing Astrid’s words. Was it only

be mocking Kathleen! But she’s way better with her

She was just lamenting how hard her

being honest. She revealed her identity outright so that

there’s anything wrong with Astrid’s remarks. She wasn’t lying. Her job

there was no need for her to insult other jobs! Kathleen’s right. Every job has its own hardship. We all work

she commented how soft Kathleen’s hand was. She even said her hands are rough because of her job. Obviously, she was mocking

began

read the comments as his expression

went on

them that some special guests would be coming for dinner that night and they should pay extra

mention how special the guests

nervous at

asked deliberately, “Kathleen, who do you think the customers

shook her head. “I don’t

thought you’d know who they are,” Astrid

as she replied, “Why

her

dinner alone

for a

I can prepare dinner,” Astrid offered gaily. “My looks might suggest otherwise,

So what if you have the potential to be a good

if you handle everything alone. You and Kathleen should work

cook. I shall take the opportunity to learn from her!” Astrid agreed readily. “Kathleen, please teach me

prepare our own signature dishes for dinner,” Kathleen

a pause,

later,” Kathleen assured her with a

Astrid pursed her lips.

What an inconspicuous retort.

at Astrid

Kathleen turned around and went to

Astrid went after her.

said happily, “What a wide kitchen. I just realized