Chapter 357 How to Treat It
Adeline had always respected the teachers and clinked her beer glass with the woman.
The woman laughed even more happily, "Has anyone ever told you that compared to your peers, you're mature in a way that's very likable? Being with you lifts my spirits."
"Maybe we just have a good vibe together," Adeline said, grabbing a fry. She rarely felt so naturally at ease with anyone.
The woman had a good temperament—both tolerant and open-minded. Even Robert wouldn't be harsh in her presence.
Adeline used to think only Summer had such a gentle aura.
Now she had met another, and this one was a stranger.
Adeline found it incredible.
The woman chuckled softly, "No one has ever liked me when I'm having an episode."
Adeline's hand paused.
The woman continued, "I'm sorry you had to see me like this, but I'm also grateful. Maybe I wouldn't have met you if I hadn't had an episode."
Adeline smiled lightly, "It really is a coincidence. Your family must protect you very well."
"Very well indeed," the woman counted off, "I have a husband who treats me very well. He's afraid I'll hurt myself, so there are no sharp objects at home. I like staying in hotels, so he stays with me in hotels."
The woman took a sip of her beer, "After I had an episode, he had me quit my job and go abroad to recuperate. I don't have to worry about anything at home, and our kids are being raised excellently by him."
"He worries the kids might be too noisy and disturb me, so he has them handle their own affairs."
"The kids are also very understanding. Many people praise them for being outstanding."
Adeline's index finger twitched, and she asked directly, "Then why aren't you happy?"
"I want to work, and I want the kids to bother me occasionally," the woman looked at Adeline, "I feel like things shouldn't be this way. I'm starting to not recognize myself. Is this what happens to women after they get married? Gradually losing themselves."
"I don't keep in touch with my friends anymore." The woman's smile carried a hint of sadness, "I don't even know who distanced themselves first. It just happened naturally, and now there's no one around. Should I blame my husband for protecting me so well?"
This was beyond Adeline's expertise, "I've never been married, so I don't really know."
"Right," the woman covered her mouth and laughed softly, her movements elegant, "How could I ask a young person such a question?"
Adeline smiled faintly, "I can analyze other things for you. Do what you want to do. Working might help with your treatment."
"I'm afraid of hurting others," the woman didn't hide it, "You've seen how I am. If I have an episode and hurt someone, I'd be uneasy for the rest of my life."
Adeline looked at her, "Your illness has a cause. If you find the cause, you can slowly recover."
"A cause?" The woman frowned. Why had no one ever told her this?
Adeline's eyes were deep, "You've lost something most important to you. It could be a memory, an object, or even a person."
A person?
The woman held her beer glass.
Yes, there was indeed a person.
The woman raised her hand and pressed it against her head.
Adeline gently removed her hand, her voice soft, "No rush, take your time."
The woman looked up, just about to say something.
Suddenly, there was an exclamation from the other side!
"Mrs. Vanderbilt, I finally found you! What are you doing here? A passerby told me, and I couldn't believe it."
A man in a sharp suit ran over. From his attire, he looked very professional.
But Adeline recognized his face. She had seen him in Eldoria at the very beginning.
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