Chapter 887

"We're moving into a new home?" Cassidy exclaimed, her eyes widening in surprise. She blinked and then asked, "But why?"

"It's because our new house is near the amusement park. Once we settle in, we can take you there often!" Jennifer responded with a smile, intent on sparing the little girl from any negative views about relationships with one's mother-in-law.

"Really?" Cassidy was overjoyed upon hearing that. She then cheered and clapped her hands in delight.

At that moment, Maxwell descended the stairs alone.

Jennifer approached him and asked, "Does Mom still not want to come with us?"

Maxwell nodded. "Every time I ask her to join us, she shuts it down. It feels like it's more than just about us moving."

"I've noticed that too," Jennifer replied. She, too, found it odd. "It's as if she's afraid to step outside at all. But she can't stay cooped up at home forever, can she? That's practically like being in prison."

Maxwell sighed. "Do you think it's because she was kidnapped be