Chapter 29

40 minutes later, Cassandra came downstairs. Her long, black hair was pinned up neatly with a hairpin inlaid with pieces of emerald. She wasn't wearing any makeup. Since her skin was fair, only a touch of lipstick brought warmth to her complexion. The light green dress with embroidered butterflies outlined her slender figure, making her look ethereal. It was simple, yet it radiated her beauty. The driver, who came to pick up Cassandra, was stunned by the sight. Returning to his senses, he quickly withdrew his gaze and opened the backseat door. The Hart residence was quite a distance from the villa. By the time Cassandra arrived, dusk had already settled. The sky was painted with streaks of gold and crimson. As she stepped out of the car, Gregory's car approached from the opposite direction. Through the window, he saw her standing by the roadside. The evening breeze lifted the hem of her dress. She looked like a flower just by standing there. He honked once. The sound made her inst