Chapter 48 Chapter 48 11 But as Kathleen looked up and saw Sebastian and Brian dressed up like they were going out , a flash of confusion crossed her face . Kathleen said gently , " Oh no , did I come at a bad time ? Are you two heading out ? Where to ? " Sebastian hesitated . But Brian immediately answered without thinking , " We're going to see my mom ! " The smile on Kathleen's face froze for a second , but she quickly recovered . The next moment , Kathleen turned toward Sebastian with a curious smile , " Sebastian , didn't you two decide to get a divorce ? Why the sudden meet - up ? " Sebastian had always appreciated Kathleen's abilities and her gentle personality . She'd seemed like a solid friend . But ever since Maxine moved out , Kathleen had been showing up more often . Lately , Sebastian was starting to feel she didn't know where the boundaries were . And now , when he heard what she just said , Sebastian's eyes grew colder . " We're not divorced , Sebastian said quietly , " and we won't be . Kathleen , don't make guesses like that in front of a child . " The smile almost slipped off Kathleen's face . She wondered , ' How could that be … Sebastian has clearly seemed done with Maxine before ! But now … Brian , completely unaware of the flash of resentment in Kathleen's eyes , grinned proudly . " Mom doesn't want to leave me and Dad ! " I bet she's meeting Dad to make up ! Kathleen , you're Dad's friend - aren't you happy for him ? " Kathleen's hand tightened slightly at her side . After a moment , she forced a smile . " Of course I'm happy - So , Sebastian , are you two heading out now ? I could start cooking . When you get back , the food will be ready . " Brian's eyes sparkled . ' Kathleen's cooking isn't as good as Mom's , but it's still tasty ! ' he thought . " Okay- " Brian said cheerfully , " Thank you ," Sebastian replied coolly . " But it's too much trouble . Let's do it another day ." With that , Sebastian took Brian and headed toward the door . Kathleen couldn't hold it in anymore . She masked her bitterness with a smile and said casually , " How about I come with you ? " I haven't seen Maxine in a while either . Things got tense before - maybe she's upset with me . I should apologize . I could also help smooth things over for you two Kathleen giggled . " If you two make up , I definitely deserve a thank - you gift , don't I ? " Sebastian stopped and seemed to consider it . After a moment , he nodded . " Alright . Let's go together . C Kathleen followed behind them , a glint of satisfaction flashing in her eyes . Back at Maxine's apartment , she sat in the living room , checking the time with a frown . 1/2 wed , 38 ) Chapter 48 They were already five minutes late . Sebastian was never the kind to be late . And Jessica had already fallen asleep waiting . Maxine sighed and carried her back to her room, then quietly shut the door . Just as Maxine stepped out of Jessica's bedroom , someone knocked on the front door . Maxine's expression darkened . She walked over and pulled the door open . " Sebastian Mason , you're late- " Maxine's words stopped abruptly the second she saw who was at the door . Her eyes landed on Sebastian - and the smiling Kathleen right beside him . A sharp flicker of disbelief flashed across her face . Sebastian noticed the shift in Maxine's expression immediately . At that moment , it hit Sebastian - bringing Kathleen here was a mistake . But it lasted only a second . Maxine quickly regained her composure . She let out a light laugh and stepped aside . Maxine teased , " Come in - So you couldn't bring your son , and decided to bring your new girlfriend instead ? Perfect . We can get everything out in the open today . "