Chapter 47

The name "Cassie" sent a ripple through Beatrice. She followed Julia's gaze and spotted a familiar figure, Cassandra. Beatrice frowned slightly. Why was Cassandra here? "I'm here! Did you see anything you liked?" Cassandra had just returned from the restroom, so she arrived later. Earlier that morning, Julia had called and invited her out shopping. Cassandra was happy to join. Julia was remarkably easy to get along with—unlike some mothers-in-law, she never pulled rank, making every interaction with her effortless. Though Cassandra was a little reserved at first, the two had grown close as friends after she visited the Freeman residence for meals a few times. Julia doted on Cassandra dearly. Cassandra was the first person she thought of whenever she saw something nice. Seeing how his mother favored Cassandra so much, Tristan couldn't help but feel that he might be the adopted one. But he was genuinely happy that they got along so well. When Cassandra walked in and saw Beatrice s