Chapter 85

Kathleen cared about Shawn, but it wasn't romantic love. Her concern stemmed from the fact that Shawn had once saved her mother. She stayed in the marriage mainly because she couldn't be bothered to go through a divorce. If either of them ever wanted to pursue a new relationship, they would certainly get divorced. The chicken soup was ready, and Kathleen poured a bowl for Melanie. "It smells wonderful," Melanie remarked, bringing the bowl to her nose. "Oddly enough, you're the person I trust the most right now." "Should I be flattered?" Kathleen asked jokingly. Melanie took a sip of the soup, looked Kathleen straight in the eye with a sparkle, and said, "Even if you don't want to hear it, I must say it one last time—thank you." Kathleen found these situations awkward and uncomfortable. She waved her hand dismissively. "Enough already. We're not that close." Melanie smiled. "True, we really aren't." Kathleen hadn't intended to leave after lunch at Melanie's house. With t