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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.

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

looked at Kathleen and asked, “May I treat you

Federick. My family is waiting for me to dine with

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

“Okay.” Kathleen nodded.

the seat. Embarrassed, he said, “I’m sorry. I forgot that

planned to move those books to the

it would be too troublesome, so she suggested, “Federick, you don’t have to move them. I can sit at the

that works too. These books are

got into

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

the address

before regaining his composure

books in the backseat as well, so she took one and asked, “Federick, what are

curled upward and replied, “These are some picture books published by my company. The one you’re looking at is a story I’ve written for Madeline. An illustrator drew

good

a smile, Federick

story not completed?” Kathleen

got into an accident and couldn’t draw anymore. I couldn’t find another illustrator to

nodded at

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

just wanted to ask if you’ll be volunteering here next time,”

as long as I have the time for

that. “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

to listen

you

gently replied, “Of course not. Federick, you don’t have to be so polite when speaking to me. It’s my pleasure

nothing in return, so he offered, “That’s good to hear! Feel free to let me

“Federick, can I

have it if you like it.”

book in her arms

at the entrance of

magnificent mansion, Federick was reminded of

that Federick might misunderstand.