Beyond the Divorce by Third Blossom

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Chapter 38 Canceled Flight

Feeling disheartened, I entered the gate and walked to the boarding area. In times like

this, I wanted a

partner to go home with me, as did my parents.

I tried to console myself that the urgent phone call was why he had to leave. I called

Ivanna to let her

know where I was. Then I settled into the airport lounge while waiting for boarding.

Matthew had only been to my hometown three times. The first time was the year we

graduated. He came

to meet my parents after our relationship became official.

The second time, we wanted to start a business but did not have enough capital to get

started. We went to them for help.

The third time was when we mortgaged my parents‘ house to get a loan. After it was

approved, he

insisted on taking me home to thank my parents.

We did not return home together after that. The reason was always the same–he was busy.

My parents were always understanding, knowing the challenges of starting a company.

They said it

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required dedication and hard work. The first two years were hectic, working tirelessly.

It started with the two of us and grew. We persevered for four years, then I became

pregnant.

I only visited home once, and my parents came to Foswood after I had Ava. We rarely got

together,

making one excuse after another.

This time, I’m going back because of a stroke. I felt bad because I had not been a good

daughter. I should

have cared for my parents the way they cared for me. What have I done for them?

With each passing minute, I became more overwhelmed. My anxiety level rose, but the

flight was

repeatedly delayed.

The airport grew more crowded, and the sky grew darker. It was already 8 p.m.

Despite my flight being only four hours long, I had waited seven hours and still hadn’t

boarded the plane.

Finally, at 10.40 p.m., the airport made an announcement. They had suspended all flights

because of the

impending hurricane.

Upon hearing the announcement, I froze. How could this be?

When I saw the airport personnel leaving, I shakily called my mother. I told her that flights

had been

stopped while trying to hold back my choking voice.

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“Chlo, do not worry,” my mother comforted me. “Your dad is doing much better. According

to the doctor,

there’s no major concern. Prompt treatment saved him. Don’t worry, he’s recovering. Wait

until flights

start again.”

“Should I take a train instead? I’m worried about you,” I said to my mom.

“Absolutely not. Things are terrible right now because of the pandemic. If your dad gets

better in the

morning, you don’t have to hurry back. Let’s wait for the weather to ease up. Plus, you

need to take care

of Ava, too!”

“Mom…” My voice choked, and I said, “I’ve been a bad daughter!”

“That’s enough. I understand,” Her voice was firm, “Listen to me. Go home quickly and

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wait for my call.”

After hanging up, I crouched on the ground, embracing myself as I cried helplessly. I truly

regret not

staying closer to my parents.

The airport was full of stranded travelers. I could not get a cab because of the airport’s

last–minute announcement. More people were taking buses, leading to long lines.

I called Matthew, but his phone was off. It was probably out of battery. He asked me to call

him once!

safely landed, so he would not have turned it off.

I stood blankly in the crowd, waiting for it to thin out before leaving. I didn’t want to be

constantly

bothering Ivanna.

The crowd was eager to leave the airport, so I went with the flow, feeling lost. A few teens

bumped into

me recklessly, causing me to fall and drop my bags.

I steadied myself and tried to ignore the pain from the collision. Then I went to pick up my

fallen luggage.

As I bent down, a man with a massive suitcase rushed in my direction. When I realized it,

it was too late

to get out of his way.

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