Chapter 56

Cassandra glanced around at everyone. Then, she calmly opened her bag and took out the gift inside. When everyone saw it, they were stunned. What was that—a bracelet carved out of wood? Seriously? This was laughable. Clara couldn't wait to mock her and said, "Cass, if you didn't prepare a gift, that's fine. But… isn't this a bit inappropriate?" The guests around them began whispering. One look revealed that the bracelet was wooden, which was completely worthless. If she couldn't afford emerald, so be it. But to give something like that was unbelievable. The crowd couldn't help but chuckle. Just talking about it was embarrassing enough. Still composed, Cassandra stepped forward and presented the bracelet to Helena with both hands. "Grandma, this is the gift I prepared for you. I wish you a long life and good health. Helena took the bracelet and examined it. It was certainly unusual. A faint woody fragrance emanated from it, refreshing and pleasant. Her eyes lit up with surprise,