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 worry, Grandma.

Celine felt her vision blur as tears welled up in her eyes she didn’t go in. Instead, she quietly turned around and returned

bedroom after finishing his work in

already asleep, curled into a

It was

now on her nightstand, waiting to be returned

curved slightly in a faint smile

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. Soon, large teardrops slipped from the corners of her eyes, she was crying Adam troze for a moment before instinctively reaching out

her sleep, Celine suddenly grabbed his hand.

What the hell? Did she just mistake him

tried to pull his hand

nuzzling it softly as if pleasing him “Mom, don’t go. Don’t leave me behind…” Adam was at a loss