Rebirth In Divorce My New Mr. Perfect (by Summer Knowles) novel Chapter 321

After Dean Larson left, only Sarah and Zachary remained in the counseling office.

Sarah kept her eyes on her papers, letting an awkward silence fill the room.

"Shouldn't a counselor show more concern for her patient?" Zachary raised an eyebrow.

Sarah put the papers in her drawer and replied evenly, "What psychological issues bring you here, Mr. Reynolds?"

Zachary stared at her intently. "Heartbreak. I'm in agony every day. What should I do?"

"Mr. Reynolds, perhaps no one has told you, but heartbreak is a normal emotional response, not a psychological condition. If you feel your distress has become unbearable, I'd suggest emotional release or emotional sublimation techniques," Sarah explained professionally.

Zachary watched her with interest. He loved seeing her this way, confident and passionate. It seemed more... like her true self.

"What are these emotional release and sublimation techniques?" he asked, feigning ignorance.

"As the names suggest, emotional release involves confiding in someone - friends or family. Emotional sublimation means channeling your grief into productive energy, throwing yourself into work or studies. I recommend both approaches."

Zachary drummed his fingers on the desk, creating a hollow tapping sound. Suddenly, he pointed at her. "Could I confide in Counselor Sarah? We're friends, after all."

Sarah shook her head. "Mr. Reynolds has many friends. I'm just a counselor with a busy schedule."

"Is that all you have to say to me?" Zachary sounded disappointed.

She couldn't get over these feelings herself - how could she advise him to do the same?

She forced herself to speak. "But it's different, Zachary. You have Vivian."

"I don't," Zachary looked at her earnestly, emphasizing each word. "Sasa, it's only ever been you. There's never been anyone else."

Sarah shook her head. "What about before you met me?"

Zach's eyes flickered, unable to answer. "Sasa, you're truly the only one I've ever loved."

"Stop saying things like that, Zachary. Your grandfather and the Wilsons are already planning your engagement, aren't they? Childhood sweethearts, meant to be together. I was just an obstacle that needed to be removed." Sarah laughed bitterly.