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.

looked at Kathleen and asked, “May I treat you to a

family is waiting for me to dine with

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

“Okay.” Kathleen nodded.

the seat. Embarrassed,

those books to the

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

said, “Okay, that works

got into the

well and fastened

the address of the Macari

stunned for a moment before regaining

noticed some books in the backseat as well, so she took one and asked,

“These are some picture books published by my company. The one you’re looking at is a story I’ve written for

to be a good

a smile, Federick replied,

the story not completed?” Kathleen

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

at

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

be volunteering

nodded and 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 interacting with others, there might be a chance to cure this

to listen

trouble you if I ask you to communicate with her

not. Federick, you don’t have to be so polite when speaking to

Kathleen help out with nothing in return, so he offered, “That’s good to hear! Feel free to let me know

can I have this

you like it.” Federick

arms and said, “Okay, I’ll take

at the entrance of the Macari

looking at the magnificent mansion, Federick was reminded of

that Federick

what happened to your parents. Don’t worry, I did not misunderstand

of relief

my leave now.” Federick drove