Chapter 16

Stefan understood right away. He didn't say much. He only said, "Okay." Kate had cancer. It made sense that Cassidy didn't want wedding photos. When they were almost at the campus gate, Stefan asked again, "When are you planning to go to Norville?" "The exams are done on January 4th," Cassidy replied. "Winter break starts that day. I can go anytime after that. Do I need to contact the doctors there first?" "Yes," Stefan said. "Do you want me to book your flight for the fifth?" Cassidy pressed her lips into a thin line. "Okay." They reached the campus gate, and Cassidy was about to get out of the car. "Wait," Stefan called. Cassidy turned to look at him. He handed her a set of keys. "The keys to the house in Lakeview Park. I will text you the address later." Seeing the confused look on her face, he explained, "It's our marital home." Her face flushed at once, and her voice dropped low. "Aren't we—" Stefan knew what she wanted to say. "Contract spouses are still spouses. Ever