Beyond the Divorce by Third Blossom

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

required dedication and hard work. The first two years were hectic, working tirelessly.

We persevered for four

visited home once, and my parents came to Foswood after I had Ava. We rarely got

excuse

going back because of a stroke. I felt bad because I had not been a good

they cared for me. What have I done

passing minute, I became more overwhelmed. My anxiety level

repeatedly delayed.

more crowded, and the sky grew darker. It was

I had waited seven hours

announcement. They

impending hurricane.

the announcement, I froze. How could this be?

I saw the airport personnel leaving, I shakily called my mother. I told her

while trying to hold back my

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worry,” my mother comforted me. “Your dad is doing much better. According

major concern. Prompt treatment saved him.

start again.”

I’m worried about

terrible right now because of the pandemic. If

wait for the weather

of Ava, too!”

choked, and I said, “I’ve been a bad daughter!”