Divorce Anxiety -
Chapter 35
Kathleen was slightly startled by the question and started to grip her fair hand tightly.Meanwhile,
Calvin scrutinized her.In fact, she did not need to answer anymore since her action had already
betrayed her.”Kate, you are ultimately bound to get hurt if you fall in love with someone like
Samuel,” Calvin said solemnly. “I'm not just his father; I know him inside out. My son isn't that
honest, and his words sometimes contradict his action. You might have to comply with his requests,
which could be unfair to you because love is supposed to be reciprocal. However, Samuel is
extremely stubborn. Therefore, the woman who loves him must sacrifice a little more."Kathleen
nodded. “I understand.”“My son is born with a silver spoon. Hence, he naturally thinks that if a
certain thing belongs to him, he does not need to fight for it or bother with it. Nonetheless, he will
only realize how much he cares for it once it slips out of his hands,” Calvin uttered gently. “Perhaps,
you should give him some time."Kathleen pursed her lips. “How much time should I give him? A
day? A week? Or a lifetime?"“This is for you to speculate.” Calvin's voice fell to a hush. “I believe you
will make your judgment at that time.”Kathleen lowered her gaze and kept quiet.She knew Calvin
was persuading her to give Samuel another chance.Why should I give him a chance, though? He
and Nicolette had already done that unspeakable act.Later that evening, Kathleen had changed into
an indigo one-shoulder evening gown, making her look elegant.The indigo gown only made her
skin appear fairer than it already was.Her long supple hair was pulled into a loose bun and was
pinned up with a dark blue gemstone hairpin, giving her a beautiful and sophisticated
image.Kathleen had never dressed like that in front of anyone before.It was her first time.Calvin was
very pleased. “Your mother-in-law instructed someone to deliver this gown to you.”"No wonder it
fits me like a glove.” Kathleen felt a surge of warmth in her heart.”She wore this gown when we met
each other for the first time.” Calvin ruminated over the past.Kathleen was stunned by the story
behind this particular gown.”Let’s get in the car,” Calvin said."Dad.” Samuel stepped out of the
company.“You've knocked off from work,” Calvin responded coolly. “I'll bring Kate to the
banquet.”Samuel’s darkened gaze fell on Kathleen, the look in his eyes unfathomable. “Dad, what
would outsiders say if you brought her with you?"“It's easy. I could say Kate is the one your
grandmother adopted as her granddaughter. Otherwise, I'll tell everyone that her parents were your
grandmother's saviors. Everybody knows that.” Calvin had long thought of a good explanation.”How
do you plan to explain to people in the future if you assert that your daughter-in-law is Grandma's
adopted granddaughter now?” Samuel spoke in a chilly tone. “I'll bring her there instead.” Isn't this
all your fault? Besides our family, no one else knows Kate is your wife,” Calvin taunted. “That's fine
too. After the divorce gets finalized, Kate will become the legitimate daughter of my family. You
better not cause trouble at that time.”Samuel was rendered speechless. Why would I cause any
trouble?”If not, why don't you let Kate decide?” After that, Calvin asked the young lady, “Whose car
do you want to get in?"“Mine.” Samuel grasped Kathleen's hand.Nonetheless, Kathleen retracted her
hand and muttered, “Mr. Macari, it's best if we avoid arousing suspicion.” With that, she got into
Calvin's car.Gloominess shrouded Samuel's face.Calvin shot his son a dubious look. “She said to
avoid arousing suspicion, heard that?"Samuel’s expression turned grim.Once Calvin boarded the car,
he ordered the driver to start driving.As Calvin glanced at Samuel from the rearview mirror, his lips
quirked into a small smile.During the banquet, people began asking Calvin about Kathleen's identity
when they saw that he had brought her with him.Calvin let out a chuckle. “Did you guys forget that
my mother adopted a granddaughter ten years ago?"“Oh, I see. So this is the girl.”’Does that also
means she’s a daughter of the Macari family?"“That's right.” Calvin grinned. “She's Kathleen
Johnson, my daughter.”"Kathleen was very well-behaved. “Hello, everyone,” she greeted politely.The
crowd nodded in response.For Calvin to bring this lady here for an eye-opening experience, I highly
suspect he wants to find a suitable husband for her. Although Kathleen was not related to the Macari
family by blood, her parents were Diana's saviors. The latter even adopted her to be her god-
grandchild. That would mean she still had a decent status in the family.Some elders dragged their
sons before Kathleen and introduced them to her.It was undeniable that those elders and their sons
seemed pretty reliable. Although their family backgrounds were not as prominent as the Macari
family, they weren't too shabby either.Samuel, who stood nearby, was staring at the scene with a
chilly gaze.He could not help but feel uneasy when he noticed Kathleen chatting merrily with other
men.This eye-catching young lady is going to attract people's attention!Samuel strode over
gracefully. His tone was cold. “I got a few words to say to her.” After that, he grabbed Kathleen's
wrist and left. They went to a place with no one around Kathleen could no longer hold back her
anger. “What are you doing, Samuel? You were so rude just now!""Do you think those men were
being courteous?” Samuel's face darkened. “Dad too; he clearly knows you're my wife, but he still
introduced those people to you! What's so good about those men?"“Are you crazy?” Kathleen
fumed. “They don't know the relationship between us. Right now, we are siblings, get
it?"Siblings?“Samuel, you reap what you sow. All these are the results of your actions.” Kathleen let
out a snort. “No one will ever know we're husband and wife. For us to carry on as siblings will
do."Upon saying that, Kathleen was about to leave.However, Samuel pulled her back and pressed
her against the wall. He snarled, “Kathleen, how bold of you to insist we're siblings instead of a
married couple!”Kathleen bit her lip in frustration. “Samuel, if you dare kiss me again, don't blame
me for betraying you! I'll let everyone here know about our relationship! Kiss me if you
dare!”Samuel grabbed her chin and kissed her passionately.He had long wanted to do that to her
ever since he saw how beautifully dressed up she was.How could someone like her be so gentle,
cute, alluring, and exquisite all at once? Not only that, she isn't pretentious, and none of the
expressions she portrays is fake.That was why he did not want anyone to lay their eyes on her all the
more.He also had no clue when he had become obsessed with the woman and could not get
enough of her.Kathleen pounded on the man’s chest with her fists with all her might. “Let go of me!
Samuel, you shameless man! Why did you kiss me when you obviously have no feelings toward me?
We're about to get a divorce, but why are you still bullying me? Haven't I always obeyed your words
and acted as Nicolette's substitute and your anonymous wife for the past three years? I have
nothing left, so what else do you want from me?“Loving this man had caused her to lose too many
things.She wanted to recover them bit by bit, but Samuel had become her hindrance."You still have
me.” Samuel drew her into his embrace. “No matter what happens, you still have me.”
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