Divorce Anxiety
Chapter 60

Kathleen was moved because Federick truly cared about Madeline.”Federick, it's great that youfound Madeline,” Kathleen reassured the former as she took a step forward. “Let's take her to thehospital for a quick checkup.”“Okay.” Federick nodded his head in agreement.He knew he shouldkeep a lid on his emotions.With Madeline in his arms, Federick turned to leave.Resting her chin onher father's shoulder, Madeline turned around to look at Kathleen.She stared at Kathleen andSamuel with a pair of discerning eyes.Then, she smiled at Kathleen.Kathleen was surprised. Shereturned the smile after a moment.The way Madeline quietly stared at her made her seem like apretty little angel.Consequently, Kathleen felt pained when she thought of the situation Madelinewas in.Soon, they arrived at the parking lot.Federick helped Madeline into the car before turning toKathleen and returning the coat."Kathleen, Mr. Macari, thank you so much.” There were two tearstreaks on Federick’s handsome face.”It was no trouble at all, Federick,” Kathleen replied. “As long asI was of help to Madeline, I would do all of it again.” Thank you.” Federick was truly grateful. “I'lltake Madeline to the hospital. Both of you must be tired. You should go home and get somerest.”“Federick, can I visit Madeline tomorrow?” Kathleen asked. “She only ventured out alonebecause of the promise she made with me.""You're more than welcome to," Federick replied.“Kathleen, it wasn't your fault. It's the nature of Madeline's illness. This is all on me. Due to mynegligence, I seldom spent time with her."“Federick, I've heard many stories about autistic children.You're doing your best with Madeline.” Kathleen comforted. “I'm sure she will get better.”“All right.”Federick nodded slightly. “I'll take my leave then.”"Goodbye,” Kathleen said."Goodbye."Federick gotinto his car and drove off.Kathleen turned around and passed Samuel the coat. “Put it on. Don'tcatch a cold."Accepting the proffered coat, Samuel replied, “Let's head back as well.”Kathleennodded in agreement.The two of them got into the car.Throughout the journey back, they did notspeak.When they arrived home, Samuel took out his phone and glanced at the screen.He hadmultiple missed calls from Nicolette.Kathleen glanced at it briefly before averting her gaze. Pursingher lips, she said, “You should go if you have matters to attend to."With that, she unbuckled herseatbelt and prepared to get out of the car.Suddenly, Samuel grabbed ahold of her pale wrist andsaid, “Let's have a child."Kathleen froze in shock. She stammered, “W-What did you just say?"“Let'shave a child.” Samuel's voice was hoarse. “It doesn't matter if the child's a boy or girl."As long as thechild is mine.Previously, he had not liked children.However, after seeing Madeline, Samuel suddenlywanted a daughter of his own.Kathleen was still frozen stiff, and her face was pale.”Are... Are youout of your mind?” Kathleen could not believe her ears.Samuel frowned. “What?"“Why would youwant a child now?” Kathleen's expression was sorrowful. “Even I can’t stand being in this household,and you expect my child to grow up in this sort of unhealthy household?“Irritated, Samuel asked,"What do you mean?"“The child would have a father who keeps a mistress on the side! For the sakeof his mistress, the child's father would always return home late, that is, if he even comes home. Hewould also drop everything and run to the mistress the moment she calls. Can this be considered awholesome household?” Kathleen fumed.Samuel had not expected her to care about suchthings."What if you have a child with Nicolette? You would be spending time with them on NewYear's and on Father's Day. You would constantly be with your other child, playing with them, andtaking them to amusement parks. What would happen to my child then?” Tears started to fall fromKathleen's eyes as she said these.She felt incredibly heartbroken.The mere thought of it made herheart clench in pain.Kathleen wasn't stupid.She refused to let her own child go through suchsuffering.Kathleen would rather tell her child that their father was dead than let them know thattheir father did not love them in the slightest. Samuel pursed his lips. “You're overthinking it.”Is itreally me thinking too much? Aren't you the one who made me think this way? You made me thinkthat you would sleep with Nicolette,” Kathleen said disdainfully. “I refuse to take the risk. I won'tgive birth to your child."With that, Kathleen got out of the car and entered the entrance to theirapartment.Samuel heaved a sigh as he stared after Kathleen's retreating figure.He had no plans tohave children with Nicolette. Why won't Kathleen believe me?Kathleen entered the apartment.Thedining table was ladened with dishes prepared by Maria. The food was still warm.Kathleen helpedherself to a plate of food and sat down to eat.She had expended too much energy that day. Thus,she was going to eat more to replenish her energy and nutrition.After a moment, a sound camefrom the door, and Samuel walked into the room.Kathleen was momentarily stunned.He didn't goto Nicolette? She left him so many missed calls.Samuel walked into the room and took off his coat.He proceeded to wash his hands.Finally, he also grabbed a plate of food and sat down to eat.Thetwo of them were quiet.It was as if the argument had never happened After finishing their meal,Kathleen prepared to wash the dishes.Samuel grabbed the plates from her and went into thekitchen.Pursing her lips, Kathleen stood up and went into the bedroom.When Samuel came out ofthe kitchen after doing the dishes and found Kathleen missing, he, too, headed into thebedroom.Kathleen was lying on the bed with her eyes tightly shut. After surveying her for a moment,he decided that she was really asleep.He went over and helped her remove her clothing.just then,his phone rang again.Frowning, Samuel answered the phone.”It's me. What do you want?” Samuel'svoice was indifferent. “Okay, I got it. I'm not going over today. You should sleep soon.” With that,Samuel hung up. He then set his phone on vibrate.After helping Kathleen settle down, he went totake a shower.Kathleen opened her eyes slowly and stared at the ceiling.She wasn't actually asleep.Itwas just that she did not know how to act around Samuel.She had no idea what to do.After thinkingit over for a moment, she fell asleep for real.Samuel got into bed after coming out of the shower.Heembraced Kathleen, whispering in a low voice, “I've been with you for three years. I can tell if you'rereally asleep."However, Kathleen did not respond.Samuel kissed her face. “Sleep, then."After that, hefell asleep while holding onto Kathleen.Samuel had no idea why, but he slept very poorly thatnight.The next day, Kathleen woke up to replace something holding onto her waist tightly.She pushedSamuel's arm aside and tried to get out of bed.However, Samuel tugged her back. His eyes were stillclosed. “Why are you up so early?” he asked.”l couldn't sleep,” Kathleen replied as she massaged hertemples.Still, Samuel refused to loosen his grip. “Kate, don’t be so unreasonable.”"What?" Kathleenwas startled by his words.”You promised to give me a month, and yet you refuse to put in theeffort.” Samuel rubbed his chin against her soft face. “You even called me out yesterday. If we have achild together, how do you know that I won't put you and the child first?"“Even if you put us first, Iknow your heart belongs to someone else, and I can't accept that,” Kathleen said as she pursed herlips. “I would rather you treat me coldly, instead of acting hot and cold. I may be able to endure it,but I refuse to let my child suffer the same.”