Chapter 315

Evelyn walked slowly through the night. Her slender silhouette stood out under the moonlight, every movement exuding grace.

Cassandra followed behind, suddenly realizing Evelyn seemed like a completely different person. The aura surrounding her was unlike anything before.

"Evelyn..."

"Everyone has burdens they must bear." Evelyn's voice was soft. "Haven't you endured all these years? The sun still rises after tears fall."

She stopped and turned to face Cassandra. Moonlight cast a silver glow upon her.

"Change is life's greatest challenge. All we can do is hold fast to what we believe is right."

Cassandra froze. Evelyn's words were like a key unlocking her heart.

"The path of growth is lonely," Cassandra murmured. "Working alone by day, studying alone at night."

"While friends partied, I reviewed contracts. While others shopped, I negotiated deals."

Evelyn listened quietly, her gaze gentle.

"But look at you now," Evelyn's lips curved slightly. "How radiant you've become."

Cassandra stared at her, seeing Evelyn's beauty for the first time.

"Evelyn... can we be friends?"

Evelyn nodded. "Evelyn Roland. Evelyn with an E."

Their hands clasped under the moonlight.

"Cassandra Valentine. Pleasure to meet you."

The living room lights were still on when they returned home.

Sophia dozed on the couch, her face covered in black scribbles. Felicia waved a marker excitedly.

Ethan huddled in a corner, watching his sister with terrified eyes.

This was the scene that greeted Evelyn when she opened the door.

Felicia immediately dropped the marker and crawled toward her mother for a hug. Ethan seized the chance to dive into Evelyn's arms, escaping his sister's "clutches."

Evelyn laughed as she lifted both children.

Ethan stuck his tongue out triumphantly at his sister, while Felicia waved her little fists in frustration.

Moonlight streamed through the window, bathing this tender moment in silver.