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.

under the warm light as he nodded “Don’t worry, Grandma. I’ll handle

her eyes she didn’t go in.

Adam returned to their bedroom after finishing

was already asleep, curled into a

the bedside table. It was the check for one million

It was now on her nightstand, waiting to be

in a faint

together, and she murmured faintly, “Mom Mom” She was calling her mom in her dream. Her long lashes

suddenly grabbed

the hell? Did she

tried to pull his hand away. “Celine, I’m not

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