098. Uncomfortable Feeling

"Divorce isn't always a bad thing anyway."

"..."

"Sometimes, it's even a good thing to get away from a toxic relationship," she said, smiling at me, "So at least be happy. Maybe it's God's way of saving you from the harm that will come to you if you stay with him."

Hearing those words, I fell silent and immediately thought about my relationship with Samuel. If I think about it, our relationship is too toxic to maintain. Even though Leo said he loved me and I was already in love with him, the way he expressed his love sometimes made me feel uncomfortable.

"You're right, auntie," I said later, "Thank you for giving me a new perspective."

Lydia then replied me with her warm smile.

"Of course, dear," she said and then glanced at Samuel with a meaningful smile.

"..."

"Moreover, you can count on Samuel from now on," she said in a teasing tone, "He will glad to help you."

I see where this is going - I said to myself.

Instead of rejecting him outright, I just smiled