Kathleen was moved because Federick truly cared about Madeline.

“Federick, it’s great that you found Madeline,” Kathleen reassured the former as she took a step forward. “Let’s take her to the hospital for a quick checkup.”

“Okay.” Federick nodded his head in agreement.

He knew he should keep a lid on his emotions.

With Madeline in his arms, Federick turned to leave.

 

Resting her chin on her father’s shoulder, Madeline turned around to look at Kathleen.

She stared at Kathleen and Samuel with a pair of discerning eyes.

Then, she smiled at Kathleen.

Kathleen was surprised. She returned the smile after a moment.

The way Madeline quietly stared at her made her seem like a pretty little angel.

Consequently, Kathleen felt pained when she thought of the situation Madeline was in.

Soon, they arrived at the parking lot.

Federick helped Madeline into the car before turning to Kathleen and returning the coat.

“Kathleen, Mr. Macari, thank you so much.” There were two tear streaks on Federick’s handsome face.

“It was no trouble at all, Federick,” Kathleen replied. “As long as I was of help to Madeline, I would do all of it again.”

“Thank you.” Federick was truly grateful. “I’ll take Madeline to the hospital. Both of you must be tired. You should go home and get some rest.”

“Federick, can I visit Madeline tomorrow?” Kathleen asked. “She only ventured out alone because of the promise she made with me.”

“You’re more than welcome to,” Federick replied. “Kathleen, it wasn’t your fault. It’s the nature of Madeline’s illness. This is all on me. Due to my negligence, I seldom spent time with her.”

“Federick, I’ve heard many stories about autistic children. You’re doing your best with Madeline.” Kathleen comforted. “I’m sure she will get better.”

“All right.” Federick nodded slightly. “I’ll take my leave then.”

“Goodbye,” Kathleen said.

“Goodbye.”

Federick got into his car and drove off.

Kathleen turned around and passed Samuel the coat. “Put it on. Don’t catch a cold.”

Accepting the proffered coat, Samuel replied, “Let’s head back as well.”

Kathleen nodded in agreement.

them got

the journey back, they did

home, Samuel took out his

missed calls

gaze. Pursing her lips, she said, “You

that, she unbuckled her seatbelt and prepared to get

Samuel grabbed ahold of her pale wrist and said,

froze in shock. She stammered, “W-What did you just

“It doesn’t matter if the child’s

as the child

had not

suddenly wanted a daughter of his

was still frozen stiff, and her face was

your mind?”

Samuel frowned. “What?”

in this household, and you expect my child to grow up

“What do

child’s father would always return home late, that is, if he even comes home. He

had not expected her to

with your other

She felt incredibly heartbroken.

thought of it made her heart clench

Kathleen wasn’t stupid.

own

than let them know that their father

his lips.

that you would sleep with Nicolette,”

got out of the car and entered the

heaved a sigh as he stared after Kathleen’s retreating

no plans to have children

won’t Kathleen

Kathleen entered the apartment.

dining table was ladened with dishes prepared by Maria. The food

of food

much energy that day. Thus, she was going to eat more to replenish

a moment, a sound came from the door, and Samuel walked into

Kathleen was momentarily stunned.

go to Nicolette? She left him so many missed

off his coat. He proceeded to

a plate of food and sat down

of them were

if the argument had never

finishing their meal, Kathleen prepared

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