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232 Cass's Surprise (Winona)

It's Tuesday morning, and the city outside our penthouse is already buzzing with activity. I've got a full day ahead of me. The work calendar is packed tight, and I know today will be a marathon, but my mind drifts to Cass.

After our argument yesterday, I'm worried. She's still not home. I have to leave very soon.

I pace the living room, finishing my second cup of coffee when I finally hear the front door click open.

Cass walks in, looking disheveled but not exactly hungover.

"Morning." I say, trying to keep my voice casual, though I'm anything but relaxed.

"Morning," she replies, dropping her bag on the floor and kicking off her work shoes.

"I'm just about to head to the office. Everything okay?" don't want to sound like I'm lecturing her again.

smile. "Yeah, actually. Everything's great. I got offered a

aback. "Wait, really? That's amazing, Cass!" I wasn't expecting this news, not

me, and for a moment, I feel like maybe, just maybe, things are finally turning around for her. Maybe she's found some stability, something to

next week. I'm so excited," she says, practically bouncing on her feet like a kid on Christmas

a rush of relief mixed with pride. "That's great news," I say, and I genuinely mean it.

worry, I wasn't out partying with Mia.

s still

lot this weekend. I guess all that will change now you'll be working full time." "Actually, I've been thinking. I want to spread Mom's ashes this weekend... Do you think that's enough time to get

make it work. I'll let the group know that Mom worked with and set up

It means a

here for

we get back,

for a second.

said it. "Yeah. I found a unit closer to work. Mia's going to move in with me. She needs somewhere to stay for a

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