Sophie’s gaze swept over Ca, who was standing at the door.


    Ca was dressed to impress, wearing a simple white dress that highlighted her youthful innocence,


    making her even more endearing than Nichole had been at her age.


    In fact, she seemed to have an appeal that surpassed Nichole’s in every aspect.


    As Ca entered the foom, Nichole’s attention was immediately drawn to her.


    In terms of looks, Ca was more beautiful than Nichole.


    In terms of demeanor, Ca was the epitome of a high societydy.


    To top it off, Ca was younger than Nichole.


    Nichole saw Ca for the first time and felt as though she was imitating her. However, Ca had


    already surpassed her.


    “James, Mrs. Burke.”


    Ca approached, and everyone paused for a moment, unsure of her rtionship to them.


    Sophie said with a smile, “This is Ca from the Devins family. She’s currently helping us take care of


    Bea.”


    Sophie’s introduction was brief but impactful.


    Standing aside, Ca shyly smiled and said, “James, Grandma Bea was worried you might drink too


    much, so she sent me to wait for you. I could also familiarize myself with the ce and drive you and


    Mrs. Burke hometer.”


    Ca’s repeated sweet calls of “James” captured everyone’s attention.


    Nichole found her attention shifting from Sophie to Ca. She had never known about a woman named


    Ca in James‘ life or heard of the Devins family. Ca’s presence undeniably made her feel


    threatened.


    “Are you alright, Nichole?” Ada asked quietly.


    Nichole’s expression.darkened, and she shook her head, saying, “It’s nothing.”


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    Sophie, sitting quietly by James‘ side, watched the scene unfold. She didn’t have the energy to confront


    Nichole or Ca. Since both women were so intent on James, Sophie thought it best to let them sort it


    out between themselves.


    “James, Bea said you should drink less.” While speaking, Ca reced the wine ss in front of


    James with a soft drink.


    Sophie watched silently, and the room fell quiet.


    This task, naturally, should have been Sophie’s. Yet, this young girl boldly overstepped her boundaries.


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    “If Bea sent you to drive, then wait outside.” James‘ tone was cold.


    Taken aback, Ca replied, “It’s a bit cold outside, so…”


    “If you feel cold, go back. No one insisted youe here.”


    James was not swayed by her act. It was obvious to anyone that she didn’t dress up like this for the


    sole purpose of driving.


    With her head lowered and her eyes beginning to redden, Ca then looked toward Sophie, almost


    pleading for support.