Chapter 86
Actually, the Rhodes family had everything they could possibly want, so bringing gifts was really just a sweet gesture
g how thoughtful and considerate Charlotte was, Cassian felt his heart warm
After they started driving, Charlotte had them stop at this fancy artisanal bakery to
o pack up som
some gourmet macarons and petit fours.
These treats were beautifully crafted and not overly sweet–perfect for sophisticated palates.
After grabbing those, they headed to the family estate
The car smoothly pulled into the estate’s circular driveway, and Charlotte hopped out first.
ging from the house with this radiant smile[]
She saw Lancey emerging
Her eyes seemed to light up only for Charlotte as she rushed over to take her arm and guide her inside. “Ana darling! I had the chef make you this incredible lobster bisque with fresh herbs from the garden.
That sounds absolutely divine, thanks Mom, Charlotte felt all warm and fuzzy inside. “Oh, I brought you those French macarons from that place you love.“[] Oh my goodness, you’re such an angel! Always thinking of me. I was literally just craving these earlier.
The bro women walked arm–in–arm like mother and daughter.
Cassian was still climbing out of the car, completely invisible to them.
He chuckled and shook his head.[]
His mom clearly only had eyes for her daughter–in–law now–her actual ion might as well not exist.
Once they got inside, Lancey immediately started fussing over Charlone. That son of mine better he treating you right, I hope
Lancey hait definitely caught the entertainment news]
That Sonia woman was back in town.
The story had gotten pretty major coverage–definitely seemed intentional
Talk about stirring the pot
Laney had i
never been a fan of Sonia
She thought the woman was way too calculating and ambitious–you could practically see the scheming in her eyes. She wasn’t the type to settle down and build something rea]]
If her son had actually been serious about her, Lancey would have bitten her tongue.[]
But Castian seemed pretty indifferent to her too
Though he did hook her up with good career opportunities |
Whatever the didn’t give a dam. As far as she was concerned, Charlotte was her one and padly daughter in–law:[]
And the wait aberut to let some wannabe homewrecker mess with that
e invited them over tonight–ale wanted to have a little chats with Cassian ||
permudy, don’t worry Cassiana bren amazing to me,” Charlotte said, genuinely touches
er in law had probably seen the news and was worried diere might be drama between them.
she’d called them over for dinner.
mentioned anything about the Sonda situation, so Charlotte was just playing it cool.
-he was direct and honest.
He wouldn’t pull any shady behind–the–scenes bullshit.|||
“We’ll good. If that boy ever gives you any grief, you come straight to me and I’ll set him straight. Don’t you dare put up with any nonsense from him. If he messes up, don’t get all upset–just come tell mama and I’ll handle it Lancey said fiercely.
ly worried that her emotionally dense son might do something stupid and drive away her perfect daughter–in–law-|
She was genuinely
“I will, Mom But please don’t stress about us. How have you been feeling? Any aches or pains I should know about?” Charlotte smoothly redirected the
conversation.
ing fantastic. Don’t you worry about me,” Lancey waved her off.
“Oh honey. I’m doing
Soon Cassian joined them inside.
Spotting the elegant soup tureen on the dining table filled with what looked like a rich, herb–infused broth, he caught the aromatic scent and his expression shifted slightly…
