Chapter 169

"But—" Cassandra was about to decline when Eleanor spoke up. "Cassie, if you have things to do, go ahead. I'm just resting here. If anything happens, I'll call the nurse." Cassandra understood that Eleanor was trying to ease her worries. She didn't want Cassandra to face any conflicts with the Freeman family so soon after marrying Tristan. "I'll be there," Cassandra said before ending the call. "Grandma, I'll arrange for a caregiver to stay with you," she offered. Even though Tristan had made the arrangements beforehand, Eleanor had declined, firmly insisting she could manage on her own. In reality, she just didn't want them to spend money on her. It was a common attitude among the older generation, one Cassandra had long since accepted. This time, however, Eleanor didn't protest. She didn't want to make things more difficult for Cassandra. Just as Cassandra was about to leave, her phone buzzed. It was Tristan. "Wait for me at the hospital. I'll come pick you up," he said. "O