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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.

Federick looked at Kathleen and asked, “May I treat you to a meal?”

“I’m sorry, Federick. My family is waiting for me to dine with them at home,” she explained.

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

“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

to move those

was afraid it would be too troublesome, so she suggested, “Federick, you don’t

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

and got into the

got into the car as well and fastened his seat belt. He asked,

him the address

before regaining his composure and said, “Okay, got

well, so she took one and

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

good read and said, “This is

smile, Federick replied,

not completed?” Kathleen asked

draw anymore. I couldn’t find another illustrator to replace him, so the sequel has to be delayed,” he

nodded at

looking for

you’ll be volunteering here next time,” Federick

nodded and replied, “Yes, as long as I

too immersed in their own worlds. If there’s a

to listen

words today. Will it trouble you if I

don’t have to be so polite when speaking

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

asked, “Federick, can I have

you like it.” Federick

in her arms and said, “Okay, I’ll

arrived at the entrance

looking at the magnificent mansion, Federick was

was worried that Federick might misunderstand.

smile, he said, “I know that the Macari family took you in after what happened to your parents. Don’t

sigh of relief and said, “Thank