Divorce Anxiety
Chapter 40

She says she'll give me a month to settle matters. But she’s on a date with some other guy the nextday? Kathleen... What do you take me for? Samuel mused.Tyson was standing aside, feeling a bitnervous.He first saw Kathleen standing together with another man. It was undeniable that Kathleenwas gorgeous. She looked like a perfect match with whosoever was standing next to her.Mrs. Macariis cute and innocent. Why doesn't Mr. Macari like her?Meanwhile, Kathleen and Federick hadreceived their entrance tickets. When they were about to enter the hall, a man ran into Kathleen.Shelost her balance and nearly fell. Luckily, Federick wrapped his arm around her waist.Samuel'sexpression turned beyond grim at that moment.”Are you okay?” When Kathleen was able to standon her feet, Federick let go of his arm.”I'm fine.” Kathleen heaved a sigh of relief. She thought shewas going to fall and hurt the baby."There are a lot of people here today. Be careful,” Federickreminded her.Kathleen nodded. “I will sit still after entering the hall. I won't move a singlebit."Federick smiled. “Good girl.”At the same time, Samuel walked toward them. His face darkenedwhen he heard Federick’s commend. I know Kathleen is perfect. But she doesn’t need yourcompliment.“Ms. Johnson,” Tyson greeted Kathleen.They're husband and wife, but they have to hidetheir relationship from outsiders. Doesn't Mr. Macari know that this will only make the situationworse and estrange her further from him?Just then, Kathleen turned slightly. She was stunned whenshe saw Samuel together with Tyson. “Why are you here?” she asked."What about you?” Samuelreturned the question.She’s dressed nicely today, and with her sweet and innocent face, she looksadorable. Ever since she’s here, there have already been a few pairs of eyes pinned on her.Actually,Federick managed to figure out the relationship between Samuel and Kathleen earlier back then.However, he did not expose them. “Mr. Macari, I was the one who brought Kate here. It's aconference for families with autistic members.”Family with autistic members? Is Kathleen one of hisfamily?This irritated him. Samuel teased, “Mr. Evans, Kathleen doesn’t have any family members withautism.”Federick understood what he meant. He then replied, “If she is willing to, she can haveone."Samuel stared at the man coldly. He is only the owner of a publishing firm. How dare he try togo against me?Kathleen felt uneasy. “Federick?"Please don't do anything reckless. Samuel will getoffended.”Mr. Macari, I used to be Kate's neighbor since we were young. She's just like a little sisterto me.” Federick grinned and added, “When the matter happened, my parents were thinking ofadopting Kate since we don't have any girls in the family. If it weren't because the Macari family’swealth is way above average, I think she will never meet with you.”Samuel narrowed his eyes andbecame enraged.To lighten up the atmosphere, Kathleen explained, “Samuel, I just want to knowmore about the sickness. If you're busy with your work, don’t mind me. Please go ahead. Bye fornow."With that, she pulled Federick and headed to the hall.Unexpectedly, Samuel hugged her frombehind and would not let go.Sweat beaded across her forehead. What is he doing in public?“I'minterested in that as well. Let's go take a look,” Samuel said coldly.Tyson was stunned for a second“Mr. Macari, what about the business banquet later?"*I will go over with her after the conference.”Soon after finishing his words, he went into the hall with his arm around Kathleen's shoulder.Tysoncast a sidelong glance at Federick and said, “Mr. Evans, just a kind reminder, Ms. Johnson is—""Youdon't have to say anything. I know it. I just don't like to see Kathleen feel wronged. I do not haveany improper thoughts about her. I treat her like a little sister. If I do have any motives, believe me,Mr. Macari will not have his chance.” Federick spoke gently.Tyson was dumbfounded. His wordsmake sense. So, Mr. Evans is doing it on purpose to infuriate Mr. Macari? I didn't expect that! He isgentle but sneaky at the same time.On the other hand, Samuel led Kathleen into the hall.SamuelMacari, a genius in the business world. Who was not aware of him? Although his father, CalvinMacari, was a legendary businessman, Samuel had already overdone him.Immediately after theyentered the hall, Kathleen pushed Samuel's hand away. She whispered, “Mr. Macari, please behaveyourself. In public, we are siblings.”Siblings? Samuel hated that word.”Mrs. Macari, you better stayby my side obediently. Or I will shut down the publishing firm tomorrow,” Samuel threatened her ina low voice Kathleen bit her lips and let out a snort.Someone went over to greet Samuel and gaveKathleen a side-eyed glance.”I'm Mr. Macari's sister, Kathleen Johnson.” She then continued,"Although we don't share the same family name, we are really siblings.”Samuel's mouth twitched alittle. That person was astounded.“Kathleen is my grandma's god-granddaughter. We're not blood-related,” Samuel added.”We're not blood-related, but we're close like a biological sibling, right?Samuel?” Kathleen blinked.Samuel stared at her coldly. She did that on purpose.”Ms. Johnson?” Ayoung voice was heard.Kathleen glanced to the side, wondered, and said, “You're Mr. Graves, right?We met in the banquet last time.”"Yes.” Alex smiled and continued, “Ms. Johnson, you stillremember me.” Of course. Why are you here, Mr. Graves?” Kathleen chuckled.”I'm a doctor and aspecialist for autism,” Alex answered and took out his name tag. He then handed her his nametag.Such a sweet and adorable lady.Ever since Calvin introduced them to each other, Alex had fallenfor her. But last time, Samuel took her away midway, so they did not even have time to exchangetheir contact numbers.“Mr. Graves, that's impressive.” Kathleen returned his name tag.Alex seemedabout the same age as Samuel, but their auras were totally different.Alex was a doctor who caredfor his patients as much as parents cared for their children. He had always been gentle andattentive.He dressed formally in a suit with a doctor's white coat draping over it, making him lookstylish.Samuel felt disdain when he saw Kathleen's eyes were filled with admiration.Just a doctor'swhite coat could catch her attention?Samuel lightly coughed and cleared his throat.Just then, Alexnoticed Samuel. “You're here too, Mr. Macari.”Samuel shot him a glare.Alex felt embarrassed. Hethen said, “I'm sorry. I was excited when I saw Kathleen. Please don't be angry with me. Why don't Igo to the Macari residence to visit Old Mrs. Macari tomorrow?"Kathleen didn't get her chance tospeak and heard Samuel reply coldly, “That won't be necessary. My grandma needs some rest at themoment, and she'd better not be disturbed.””Is that so? I see. Next time then.” He then smiled atKathleen and continued, “Kathleen, why don’t you give me your phone number? So, I can give you acall to know when I can visit Old Mrs. Macari if she is feeling better.”“Sure!” Kathleennodded.Samuel's face darkened, and the veins on his forehead throbbed."The conference is startingsoon. Please take a seat.” He then grinned. “Kathleen, I'll be delivering a speech later.”