Chapter 183
Not long after, Gordon came downstairs, freshly washed and ready for the day.
Max dashed over to greet him. “Good morning, Uncle Gordon p>
Gordon picked up a box of chocolates and handed it to Max. “Here, have some.” “Thank you, Uncle Gordon p>
After exchanging a quick hello with Reba, Gordon turned to Beatrice, who was sitting nearby. “Mom, where’s Snow p>
Beatrice chuckled. “You know how Snow is always wandering off somewhere. Heaven knows where she’s gotten to this time p>
She gave Gordon a curious look. “You don’t usually ask about Snow so much. What’s gotten into you? You just got home, and she’s the first thing on your mind p>
“It’s nothing.” Gordon picked up a cup of tea, his expression calm and reserved as always. “Just curious, that’s all p>
Meanwhile, Caitlin and Fortune had successfully moved into their new house. To celebrate, Fortune invited several colleagues over for a housewarming party. The place was filled with laughter and cheerful voices, buzzing with life.
Celeste arrived carrying a bouquet and a basket of fruit. “Catie, congrats on your new place p>
“Thanks, March.” Caitlin took the gifts with a smile. “Come in, make yourself at home p>
Celeste pulled out a red envelope and pressed it into Caitlin’s hands. “Oh, right- my parents insisted I bring this for you p>
Before Caitlin could protest, Celeste cut her off. “Don’t even think about refusing! My parents said the housewarming gift is for good luck. If you turn it down, you’ll be treating them like strangers. They’re away on business right now, otherwise they’d have come to celebrate with us in person p>
Caitlin accepted the envelope with both hands. “In that case, please thank your parents for me p>
“Oh, don’t be so formal, Catie! I told you, my parents are your parents p>
As soon as they stepped inside, Celeste spotted Snow lounging on the cat tree. Snow wasn’t actually Caitlin’s cat, but she stopped by so often that Caitlin bought her a whole cat tree-and stocked up on all her favorite treats.
Celeste was a huge animal lover, especially when it came to cats and dogs. The moment she saw Snow, her eyes practically sparkled. “Oh my god! What an adorable kitty! Catie, when did you get a cat p>
She rushed over, arms outstretched to scoop Snow up.
But Snow darted away in a flash.
Phew-close call! Nearly got ambushed by a human.
Celeste looked crestfallen as she watched Snow disappear. “Catie, why won’t your cat let me cuddle her p>
Caitlin laughed. “Her name’s Snow. She’s not actually mine-Gordon’s her owner. Snow’s a bit quirky, doesn’t really like being held p>
“Wait, Gordon’s?” Celeste’s eyes went wide. “Hold on, Catie-are you two living together now p>
Was her favorite ship finally sailing? The excitement was almost too much.
“March, what are you talking about?” Caitlin tapped Celeste lightly on the head. “Snow is Gordon’s cat, but he lets her roam free. She likes to visit me every now and then, that’s all p>
“Oh, I see Celeste’s disappointment was written all over her face.
So they weren’t living together after all.
Caitlin linked arms with Celeste. “Come on, March, let’s go fire up the grill p>
“Yes, yes! Barbecue time!” Celeste cheered up instantly, drawn in by the promise of good food.
Caitlin had already set out all the ingredients for the barbecue.