I Want a Divorce by Nadia Gordon

Eastbay was much hotter than Capitalis.

Sean wanted to take off his clothes, but Abigail firmly refused, “Don’t take them off. Let’s wait until we get to Alice’s house.”

Ronaldo looked at Sean, who was still wearing thick clothes, and couldn’t help but suggest, “Perhaps you can take off one layer. It’s a big problem if you get too hot.”

“Okay… just take off your outer coat.” Abigail compromised as she noticed the sweat on Sean’s cheeks.

Sean quickly removed his coat and took a deep breath, feeling refreshed.

The three of them ventured further into the island.

The place still resembled a traditional village with bungalows and brick houses. The roadside grass was lush, and the sound of insects chirping was constant.

Abigail felt a sense of peace here.

They were accustomed to living in the bustling city, where everyone was always in a rush.

But here, there was a tranquility and slowness that could calm one’s mind.

They followed Ronaldo to Alice’s house. The old lady’s house was a very ordinary brick house with two rooms adjacent to the living room and not even a bathroom…

Sean had never lived in such a place and felt a little bewildered. “Can we even stay here?”

He asked Ronaldo.

in. “Why can’t we? Alice’s family used to

floor was still cemented and shiny from being

was cool and

do for a living? What about her children?”

picked up the teapot, finding that there was still water inside, and poured

could tell from his familiarity that he

house was quiet, indicating that Alice hadn’t returned yet.

room as soon as they stepped in, and

next to the living room and walked toward

if the door to a new world was also opening

and there was also a small area for raising chickens and ducks. The kitchen and bathroom were also located in the backyard.

observing his surroundings,

hanging in abundance under the beams.

to Sean. “How do you like it here? It’s beautiful,

serene.” Sean stood in the yard, listening to the nearby birds chirping and admiring the dappled light in front of him.

a lounge chair next to the flower rack and leaned back, gazing up at the sky. “You’re here to heal

heart was well taken care of, what illness couldn’t

looked at him while holding the teacup. “Come again?”

as well. He loved it here and lived with Alice for a while. He didn’t experience any negative emotions at all. Eswadian people are suited to live in places with beautiful scenery,” Ronaldo said with a

tea slowly. “You’re right.”

slowly discovered Ronaldo’s wisdom. He was a wise fool with a unique understanding of life.

help but look around. After taking it all in, she whispered, “I suddenly feel

little courtyard has its magic,” Ronaldo said with a smile.