"Cassie, dear, saying that might make Mr. Anthony think you're sending him away," her mother interjected quickly, concerned about Anthony's feelings, though the young man didn't mind.
"I was just about to head out anyway," he said, standing up and raising his hands in a respectful bow to Cassie's mother, who barely had time to reciprocate.
"Goodbye, Aunt. See you again," he said.
"Goodbye, Mr. Anthony. You're welcome here anytime, Mr. Anthony. Drive safely," she replied.
"Thank you, Aunt," Anthony smiled at the middle-aged woman once more before leading the way out to the front of the house.
"Go see Mr. Anthony off, Cassie," her mother urged.
"Yes, Mom," Cassie replied.
Cassie hurriedly followed Anthony outside, stopping at the elegant car.
"Thank you again, Mr. Anthony, for taking
