Chapter 896

Not long after Xander left, Melody's parents came. They paid their respects to Cassandra and then joined everyone in getting things done. Benjamin and Clara were in the living room helping Abigail greet guests who had come to remember Cassandra.

Meanwhile, Jodie went into the kitchen to help. Seeing her daughter, Melody, busily helping in the kitchen, Jodie was pleased. "You're growing up," she said.

Melody answered, "Well, I'm almost old enough to get married, aren't I? How could I not grow up?"

Jodie asked, "Didn't that man come back to North Florivera with you?"

Melody said, "He came back with us, but we didn't have time to entertain him, so we decided to have him come over after Caterpie's grandma's affairs are taken care of."

Jodie was satisfied. "Hmm. You're becoming more responsible."

Melody teased, "I'm mature, but what about you? Are those two still freeloading at our house?"

Jodie replied, "After that unpleasant incident at Easter, I told your dad that if he lets them