Sasha slept very well that night.
Even when she didn’t want to admit that despite having a big fight with Sebastian, she managed to sleep especially soundly.
Is it because I don’t want a divorce too?
No, that can’t be. I must be feeling this way because of the children. By not going through with the divorce, I don’t have to be separated from them, and we can all continue living together happily.
She convinced herself that that was the case and consequently calmed down.
In the morning, Sebastian had left for work early while Sasha routinely washed up and prepared the kids for breakfast and class.
However, when the teacher arrived, she told Sasha that she wanted Ian who had been learning violin for some time to participate in a performance. So that he could learn to be bolder.
Thinking that it was a wonderful idea, Sasha readily agreed. Just when she wanted to accompany Ian there, Matteo and Vivian insisted on coming along.
“I want to go and watch Ian perform too!”
“That’s right, Mommy. On such an important occasion, Ian definitely needs us there to support him. With Vivi and I going, we will be able to help him garner a lot of support. Don’t you think so, Ian?”
Matteo was the savvy one as he tried to use Ian as an excuse.
Without any hesitation, Ian nodded. “Mmm-hmm!”
He had wanted them to come along anyway.
Left without a choice, Sasha brought all three of them along.
Luckily, the teacher had no objections either.
With the four of them in the car, Matteo and Vivian chatted excitedly in anticipation of Ian’s performance.
As for Ian, he was feeling a little anxious.
Noticing his reaction, Sasha hugged and reassured him, “Little Ian, what’s wrong? Are you feeling nervous? Don’t worry, all of us will be by your side. This is a wonderful opportunity to gain some exposure. It doesn’t matter even if you lose.”
Meanwhile, the teacher wondered if he should tell Mr. Hayes about it first. In case something went wrong, he would end up being blamed for it.
Having heard Sasha’s words of encouragement, Ian began to feel more relaxed and began playing with his siblings.
After about forty minutes, they arrived at the city’s grand theater.
“Alright, we’re here. Ms. Wand, I’ll go get the entrance passes while you stay here and look after the children.”
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