Divorce Anxiety (Kathleen and Samuel)

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.

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

asked, “May I

family is waiting for me to dine with them at home,”

okay.” Federick was worried that she might misunderstand, so he continued, “I’ll send you back home then. We can chat

“Okay.” Kathleen nodded.

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

move those books

so she suggested, “Federick, you don’t have to move

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

got into the

well and fastened his seat belt. He asked, “Where do you

address of the Macari

stunned for a moment before regaining his composure and

as well, so she took one

company. The one you’re looking at is a story

a good read and said, “This is

a smile,

is the story not completed?” Kathleen asked

this summer, but the illustrator got into an accident and couldn’t draw anymore. I couldn’t find another illustrator to replace

at his

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

to ask if you’ll be volunteering here

replied, “Yes, as long as I have the time

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

to listen to

reacted to your words today. Will it trouble you if I ask you

you don’t have to be so polite when speaking to

so he offered, “That’s good to hear! Feel free to let me know if you

asked, “Federick, can I have this

it if you like

her arms and said, “Okay, I’ll take it

the entrance of the

mansion, Federick was reminded of that

that

after what happened to your parents. Don’t worry, I did not misunderstand anything. I won’t go around talking

of relief and said, “Thank

now.” Federick drove away with