Chapter 48 All work

Amanda's POV

All work without rest could lead to a breakdown. Just like in the movie after a breakup, one of the parties would immerse his or herself in their job or whatever they found useful enough to distract them from their hurts. Without denying it, that was exactly what I had done.

The man I was truly in love with, the one I gave all the love I had in me to, betrayed me. On the other hand, the man that was originally my mate, the one who threw me away years ago, suddenly showed up and wanted to claim me. It was a dilemma that was taking a toll on me.

Working endlessly was the only way I could distract myself from thinking about all of these things. It actually worked out, but then, my physical body was suffering from the stress.

The day after Jackson left, I have been doing a great job comforting Sarah and Timothy because of his absence. For the first time I realized how strong the bond between them was.

My whole body was weak, like I had done hard labor. I retired home quickly