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.

Kathleen and asked, “May I

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

was worried that she might misunderstand, so he continued, “I’ll send you back

“Okay.” Kathleen nodded.

opened the passenger seat’s door and saw some children’s picture books on the seat. Embarrassed, he said, “I’m sorry. I forgot that I put

those books

suggested, “Federick, you don’t have to move them. I can sit at the

said, “Okay, that works too.

and got into

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

address

before regaining

well, so she took one and asked, “Federick,

one

found it to be a good read

a smile, Federick replied,

story not

illustrator got into an accident and couldn’t draw

nodded at

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

be volunteering here

nodded and replied, “Yes, as long as I

“That’s great! Autistic children don’t really interact with anyone since they’re too immersed in their own worlds.

continued to listen

trouble you if I ask you

you don’t have to be so polite when speaking to me. It’s my pleasure to help

with nothing in return, so he offered, “That’s good to hear!

can I

if you like

wrapped the book in her arms and

they arrived at the

mansion, Federick was reminded of

worried that Federick might misunderstand.

family took you in after what happened to your

breathed a sigh of relief and said, “Thank

leave now.” Federick drove away with a wave