The Uneasiness Continued Prodding Into Her Heart

Linda's face was a blotchy mess as she slowly calmed down. She also no longer minded Lucas' presence there. Her focus was more on her husband's infidelity.

Lucas handed a tissue to Linda, saying quietly, "Wipe your face, Mother. We can talk later."

"Yeah, Mom, drink some water too," Kevin brought out a bottle of mineral water from his backpack. After uncapping the bottle, he pushed it to his mother's right hand.

Linda silently accepted the tissue and the mineral water. After blowing up her nose and wiping her tear-stricken face, she moistened her parched throat with the drink. Her face was still quite red but, it was acceptable.

In silence, Linda threw her gaze around the playground. There were more people at the beach than before but, the place was still basically empty compared to when summer break started.