Chapter Fifty-eight

“So, it’s true,” said Cassie. “Derek did stash you here like a dirty little secret.”

It took Rachel a moment to recover from her surprise and find her voice. “I beg your pardon?”

Cassie pushed past her and entered the penthouse without waiting for an invitation. She was dressed in a figure-hugging red dress that stopped just below her small bum, her hair was pulled back in a sleek ponytail and her lipstick and 4-inch heels sandals matched her outfit.

Zoe came out of the kitchen and when she saw Cassie, she lifted her hand and waved hello.

“Aw… what a cutie,” she said and waved back.

“Honey, go back into the kitchen. Mommy will be right there, ok?” Said Rachel.

Zoe obeyed her and returned to the kitchen.

“You didn’t have to send her away,” Cassie complained with an exaggerated pout. “She’s a better hostess than you are being right now. Aren’t you going to offer me a seat? Or a drink at least.”

“I don’t know what you came here for and I am not interested in knowing either,” said Rachel