Divorce Anxiety
Chapter 62

Samuel brought Kathleen out to eat.By pure coincidence, they encountered Michelle Yoeger.Shewas the second daughter of the Yoeger family.Michelle and Kathleen hardly crossed paths in

life. However, Michelle disliked Nicolette too.Therefore, when Kathleen got up to go to the restroom,Michelle left her table and stopped Kathleen before the latter could enter it. That made Kathleenfrown. She asked, “Is there something wrong, Ms. Yoeger?"“Isn't it obvious? Why else would I lookfor you?” Michelle brushed her hair and said, “I mean, you are a stunner. Why couldn't you handleyour man?“Kathleen was at a loss for words.Michelle sized up Kathleen and said, “What's more, youlook identical to Nicolette. There's no way he didn't catch any feelings for you at all.""Ms. Yoeger, Ihope you won't bother me regarding Samuel and Nicolette.” Kathleen pursed her lips andcontinued, “It's none of my business.”"How is that none of your business?” Michelle panicked. “She'strying to snatch away your husband. He's your husband, right? Don't act like a bystander. Or else Iseem to be more worried for you than yourself.”“Ms. Yoeger, there's nothing I can do about it,”Kathleen said soberly. “Therefore, please stop looking for me over this matter.”"Why don’t you askfor my help?” Michelle looked at Kathleen intently. “I know just the way to handle a man. Should Iteach you the know-how?" heard you just broke up with your boyfriend last month, Ms. Yoeger.”Kathleen pursed her lips. “Ever since you started dating, all of your relationships don't last over twomonths. Some guys even dated you because of your affluent background. But they all broke up withyou after a few days because they couldn't stand you. This time, Michelle was at a loss forwords.”How did you know that? You investigated me?” Michelle was stunned. “Are you interested inme?"She was terrified and hugged herself.Kathleen sighed. “No. You are too famous. I've heardabout it from others.”"Hehe! So I am this famous?” Michelle acted shyly all of a sudden. “To tell youthe truth, I'm preparing to make a debut lately."Once again, Kathleen was rendered speechless.Shecouldn't believe Michelle didn't get what she really meant.“Oh, we're going off-topic.” Michellefurrowed her brows and continued, “Anyway, don't let that little bitch, Nicolette, get what she wants.Got it?"Kathleen kept quiet, not knowing how to respond.”Do you understand what I just said?”Michelle put one of her hands on Kathleen's shoulder. “Reach out to me if you need help from theYoeger family. Here, this is my phone number."Michelle stuffed a tiny note into Kathleen's pocketwith her other hand. Then, she turned and left When Samuel and Kathleen went to pay their bill,they found that Michelle had already paid it ahead of them.With pursed lips, the cashier said softly,“Ms. Yoeger has something to say to the two of you.”"What is it?” Samuel asked coldly."She said shehoped for a lasting happy marriage for both of you.” The cashier stammered, “And also that she hadput a curse on the meal.”Samuel and Kathleen were rendered speechless.They thought Michelle wasbeing ridiculous.Then, they left the restaurant together.Kathleen told Samuel. “You have Michelle'scontact number, haven't you? Let's pay her back for the meal.” It's fine. It's only a meal. I'll replace anopportunity to repay her,” he said coldly."Well, don't bother about what she said. She was just...”Kathleen was at a loss for words and didn't know how to justify Michelle's actions."Why would I bebothered?” Samuel furrowed his brows. “Did she do anything wrong?““She... She hoped we have alasting marriage,” Kathleen said with a frown.”Isn’t she wishing us well?" Samuel was confused."Yes,Michelle meant well. But it isn't suitable for us,” she explained. “If we have a lasting marriage, thenwhat about Nicolette?""Well, it can't be helped then,” he said indifferently. What Samuel said gaveKathleen a headache.She thought he didn’t understand what she meant.However, in fact, Samuelknew just what she was saying.The Yoeger family hated Nicolette more than the Macari familydid.No one from the Yoeger family had positive feelings for Nicolette.Samuel didn't understand whythe woman he considered pitiful seemed vicious in their eyes.Samuel sent Kathleen home.On theirway back, they didn't utter another word.Without sparing another look, Samuel left right after hedropped Kathleen in front of the house.Kathleen breathed a heavy sigh. Then, she packed up herstuff and left for the Evans residence to see Madeline.Soon, she arrived at the Evans residence.Eversince Kathleen's parents passed away, she no longer lived in her old neighborhood.Their house wasa country allotment unit. Hence, when her parents passed away, it got taken away from her.Federickmoved away too when he got married.He moved into a villa.When Kathleen saw Federick's mother—Lily Abbott—again, she felt the latter had gotten much older.She seemed a lot more aged thanpeople her age.”Mrs. Evans,” Kathleen greeted her while looking at her intently.Lily looked atKathleen and said excitedly, “Oh my, it's Kate!"“Yeah.” Kathleen nodded. “It's been a longtime.”"That's right. It's been a long time. You're all grown up.” Lily held Kathleen's hands and said,“You've grown gracefully. Your parents must be at ease.”Kathleen wore a melancholic smile Lilypulled Kathleen to sit on the couch. “I heard from Federick that it was you who found Madeline.”*Itwas Samuel and me,” Kathleen explained.Lily had seen the news. “Yes. I know that. I'm grateful toboth of you.”"Not at all, Mrs. Evans. Right, where is Madeline?” Kathleen asked.“In her room.” Lilygrinned. “I'll bring you to her."“Okay.” Kathleen nodded her head lightly.Then, Mrs. Evans broughtKathleen to Madeline's room.The design of Madeline's room looked adorable. Furthermore, all theedges of the furniture had round finishing without sharp edges.It was apparent that Federickwanted to keep her safe, even if he didn't express it outright."Madeline, guess who's here.” Lilysounded very gentle. However, Madeline did not respond to her.She remained seated on her chairwithout moving an inch.Seeing that, Lily let out a sigh."Madeline,” Kathleen called out and walkedover to her.”Katie!” Madeline responded immediately.Lily looked at Kathleen inastonishment.Kathleen squatted in front of Madeline and shook the bag in her hand. “I brought theclothes I made for your doll. Shall we try them out?"“Yes!” Madeline beamed.Lily was amazed bywhat she saw.They had spent so much time, yet there was no response from Madeline. However,Madeline took the initiative to speak when she saw Kathleen.It was impressive.After that, Kathleenplayed with Madeline in the room.Madeline gradually began to talk more as compared tousual.Even so, Lily was glad.Later that evening, Kathleen was still at the Evans residence whenFederick got home Lily invited Kathleen to stay for dinner.She didn't feel it was polite to decline thelatter's invitation, so she agreed.Federick, Kathleen was so impressive.” Lily sounded excited. “Shecould interact with Madeline.”"Madeline loves her,” Federick explained.Lily heaved a sigh out of asudden."What's wrong?” Federick furrowed his brows.”It would be great if Kathleen were your wife,”Lily said."Mom, don't be ridiculous,” Federick said with a frown.Lily knew she should watch what shesaid too.At that moment, Kathleen came out of the room and said, “Mrs. Evans, Federick, I have togo now. Samuel came to pick me up."Madeline came out too and held onto Kathleen's hand tightly,not willing to let go.Federick smiled lightly. “Why don’t we invite Mr. Macari in for dinner too?”