Chapter 229

Cassandra didn't want to give Victoria any fake comfort or say things like her parents loved her but were just more focused on her brother. Maybe deep down, Victoria wanted to hear that, because if she could let go of her family, she wouldn't be hurting so much. But reality was harsh. Sometimes, the tougher it got, the clearer she had to see things. Otherwise, her family would end up draining her completely. So, Cassandra said, "Then, don't waste your love on them. Give it all to me! As your best friend, I promise to take care of you for the rest of your life." Victoria put on an exaggerated show of weeping, hugging Cassandra and whining, "Guess I'll have to count on my rich bestie, then." Cassandra grinned. "Anytime, babe." Victoria smiled too, but underneath that smile was still a lingering ache. Suddenly, Cassandra had an idea. "Come on a vacation with me tomorrow." "A vacation? I don't know, Cass. I have work tomorrow." "Work? On a weekend? Is your boss a total tyrant? You