Kathleen was moved because Federick truly cared about Madeline.
“Federick, it’s great that you found Madeline,” Kathleen reassured the former as she took a step forward. “Let’s take her to the hospital for a quick checkup.”
“Okay.” Federick nodded his head in agreement.
He knew he should keep a lid on his emotions.
With Madeline in his arms, Federick turned to leave.
Resting her chin on her father’s shoulder, Madeline turned around to look at Kathleen.
She stared at Kathleen and Samuel with a pair of discerning eyes.
Then, she smiled at Kathleen.
Kathleen was surprised. She returned the smile after a moment.
The way Madeline quietly stared at her made her seem like a pretty little angel.
Consequently, Kathleen felt pained when she thought of the situation Madeline was in.
Soon, they arrived at the parking lot.
Federick helped Madeline into the car before turning to Kathleen and returning the coat.
“Kathleen, Mr. Macari, thank you so much.” There were two tear streaks on Federick’s handsome face.
“It was no trouble at all, Federick,” Kathleen replied. “As long as I was of help to Madeline, I would do all of it again.”
“Thank you.” Federick was truly grateful. “I’ll take Madeline to the hospital. Both of you must be tired. You should go home and get some rest.”
“Federick, can I visit Madeline tomorrow?” Kathleen asked. “She only ventured out alone because 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 my negligence, 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 got into his car and drove off.
Kathleen turned around and passed Samuel the coat. “Put it on. Don’t catch a cold.”
Accepting the proffered coat, Samuel replied, “Let’s head back as well.”
Kathleen nodded in agreement.
The two of them got into the car.
Throughout the journey back, they did not speak.
When they arrived home, Samuel took out his phone and glanced at the screen.
He had multiple missed calls from Nicolette.
Kathleen glanced at it briefly before averting her gaze. Pursing her lips, she said, “You should go if you have matters to attend to.”
With that, she unbuckled her seatbelt and prepared to get out of the car.
Suddenly, Samuel grabbed ahold of her pale wrist and said, “Let’s have a child.”
Kathleen froze in shock. She stammered, “W-What did you just say?”
“Let’s have a child.” Samuel’s voice was hoarse. “It doesn’t matter if the child’s a boy or girl.”
As long as the child is mine.
Previously, he had not liked children.
However, after seeing Madeline, Samuel suddenly wanted a daughter of his own.
Kathleen was still frozen stiff, and her face was pale.
“Are… Are you out of your mind?” Kathleen could not believe her ears.
Samuel frowned. “What?”
“Why would you want 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 sake of his mistress, the child’s father would always return home late, that is, if he even comes home. He would also drop everything and run to the mistress the moment she calls. Can this be considered a wholesome household?” Kathleen fumed.
Samuel had not expected her to care about such things.
“What if you have a child with Nicolette? You would be spending time with them on New Year’s and on Father’s Day. You would constantly be with your other child, playing with them, and taking them to amusement parks. What would happen to my child then?” Tears started to fall from Kathleen’s eyes as she said these.
She felt incredibly heartbroken.
The mere thought of it made her heart clench in pain.
Kathleen wasn’t stupid.
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