Chapter 67

Cassandra's heart suddenly began to race, and the coffee cup in her hand trembled slightly. She took a deep breath, trying to calm herself down, but her colleagues' words kept echoing in her mind. "Lily… Tristan rushed to the hospital right away…" She felt distracted the entire day. After work, she drove straight home. Thankfully, Tristan was already back. The moment she stepped through the door, the rich aroma of food hit her, and she paused in surprise. A tall, lean figure soon emerged from the kitchen. "You're back. Perfect timing. The chicken and herb stew is almost done. It's very nourishing. Have a bit more later." Cassandra nodded. "Alright. Thanks for your hard work." "I'll prepare two more dishes. Go sit down and watch some TV. Just give me a few minutes." With that, Tristan turned back to the kitchen. Standing by the doorway, Cassandra watched his busy figure, her emotions a complex mix. Was he trying to please her? Did he feel guilty about something that happened today