The Divorce Prescription

Chapter 78

celine returned to Alvarez Residence, hoping to see Mary. As she approached Mary’s room, she heard a conversation between her and Adam.

Mary said genth, “Adam, Celme’s adoptive father came by today. I noticed she wasn’t herself afterward. You should spend more time with her and show her you care”

She sighed softly and continued, “Celine was sent to the countryside at such a young age. Her father passed away early, and her mother treated her poorly. I can see how lonely she’s been, how much she craves love.

“Though her adoptive father spent ten years in prison, he raised a wonderful girl like Celine to be part of our family as your wife. We should be grateful to him for that. If he needs

thing–be it a house, a job, or financial support–make the arrangements It’s the least we can do for her.”

Mary instructed Adam with heartfelt earnestness.

warm light as he nodded “Don’t

up in her eyes she didn’t go in. Instead, she quietly turned around and returned to

Adam returned to their bedroom after finishing

curled into a small, fragile ball

It was the check for one million dollars

on her nightstand, waiting

lips curved slightly in a faint smile as

glow of the bedside lamp, her sleep was restless. Her brows were knit tightly together, and she murmured faintly, “Mom Mom” She was calling her mom in her dream. Her long lashes flustered.

her sleep, Celine suddenly grabbed his hand. “Mom

hell? Did she just mistake him

to pull his hand

face against his palm, nuzzling it softly as if pleasing him “Mom, don’t go. Don’t leave me behind…” Adam was at a loss for words. His tone tumed exasperated “Celine, I’m saying this one