FreeGoodNovelChapter 0722 "Mr. Palmer, this will be your room. I hope you find it comfortable. I'll leave you to settle in and adjust to the space. In an hour, I'd like you to joinin my office. We have a lot to discuss." Peter looked around the room-a stark white space with a single bed and matching sheets. The decor seemed designed to inspire peace, though peace was the one thing He couldn't feel. His heart and mind were consumed by two thoughts: what had he done the night before, and what must Celeste think of him now? "Dr. Hill, I know that Valerie Bartz is a patient here. I have very unusual request-please don't lethave any contact with her. She must not know I'm here." "Mr. Palmer, we aim to avoid anything that could distract of cause conflict for our patients. I know a little about your history, and I assure you, we'll do everything we can to keep you and Mrs. Bartz apart.” "Thank you." An hour later, as promised, Peter was in Dr. Hill's office. She could tell he was in a moment of clarity, though she didn't know how long it would last. The man before her seemed burdened by more than she could yet grasp.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"Mr. Palmer, how would you prefer I address you?" "Peter is fine." "Alright, Peter. Let's talk a little. I'd like to get to know the man sitting across from me." "What do you want to know?" "Let's start with something I can see in your eyes." "What do you mean?" "What are you afraid of, Peter?" The question caught Peter off guard. He had so many fears, but being asked so directly felt overwhelming.
"Can I answer that later?" "I'd prefer we start with that question, but I understand it's a bit much right now. I want to see how open you are to these sessions." "Alright. Tellabout your life-your day-to-day, before everything you're going through now began." Peter took a deep breath and sighed heavily. Standing, he walked to the window and looked out at the immaculately maintained gardens. The entire facility seemed designed to promote calm, though Peter felt none of it.
"Peter? Are you still with me?" Dr. Hill asked, her tone gentle but probing.
"Yes," Peter replied, turning to meet her gaze. "Well, what can I say? I'm 50 years old. I lived 20 years without memories, and during that time, I did the best I could. About five years ago, I found out I had a son-a young man named Alden. He's 23 now. I don't tell him often, but he's a good kid. He's also the father of my grandson, Ethan. Ethan is almost six, a beautiful boy with wavy hair like mine. He's my world, and there's nothing I wouldn't do for him.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm"Right now, I can't see him. He's far away. The Palmer and Bartz families are in trouble, and we had to send our kids somewhere safe. That's why they're not with me.' 1/2 Chapter 0722 +25 BONUS Peter paused, glancing out the window again before continging. "I live in Slovenia. I've been there for nearly 10 years now. I'm with a wonderful woman named Celeste. She used to be my grandson's kindergarten teacher. In all these years, I've never met anyone who interestedas much as she does." "Have you been alone all this time?" Dr. Hill asked.
"Mmm... don't misunderstand me. I'm a man, and I have my needs. I've gone out with a few women, but none of them caught my attention like celeste did. I never introduced any of them to my family. Celeste, though, she's different. She's extraordinary-strong-willed and admirable." "How did you meet her?"
"Celeste injured her legs protecting my grandson during an accident at school. After that, I couldn't just leave her on her own. She has nd IT Own Shehasnd Of family-her parents died when she was young, and she was widowed early. I proposed that we move to Slovenia together, and though she hesitated at first, she eventually agreed." "What happened after that?”
"Life with her has been wonderful. To be honest, it's strange having someone by my side. She means so much to me, and it hurts that left hthis morning without saying goodbye or explaining. I'm afraid I've done something terrible, and I don't know how to answer her questions. I'm not ready to tell her what's happening to me. She's lost so much already, and I don't want her to feel like she's losingtoo." "Do you love her?" "I... I don't know how to explain it. She's incredibly important to me. I feel at peace when she's around. I can't imagine my life without her anymore. But I don't know how to answer your question." "That's okay, Peter. In time, you'll find the answer for yourself."
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