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.

sharp features softened under the warm light as

Celine felt her vision blur as tears welled up in her eyes she didn’t go in. Instead,

returned to their bedroom after finishing his

a small, fragile ball under the

Adam noticed something on the bedside table. It was the check for one million dollars he had given to

It was now on her nightstand, waiting to be returned

slightly in a faint smile as he looked over at

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 sleep, Celine suddenly grabbed

was speechless. What the hell? Did she just mistake him for her

his hand away. “Celine, I’m not your

pressed her delicate 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