Chapter 30

Based on the frequency of my insomnia and the depression assessment form, Edwin frowned and asked, "Ms. Yaxley, have you been taking the medication I prescribed on schedule?" "Yes, I've been taking it regularly. Why?" I asked uneasily. I pressed, "Has my condition gotten worse again? You don't have to hide it from me. I can feel it myself. I'm exhausted both mentally and physically every day. Even when I do nothing, I feel drained." Edwin said gravely, "There's something I need to say. I know you won't like hearing it, but I have to say it anyway. Last time, you told me you no longer cared about your husband or your marriage. But judging from your reactions now, these are precisely signs that you do care." I was about to respond when he immediately cut me off and added, "You don't need to rush to deny it. After all, that's 20 years of feelings and four years of marriage. Unless someone is completely emotionless like a machine, there will always be reluctance and pain. That's perfec