In the thirty minutes since she spoke to Joseph, Cassie's anger hadn't eased. Kate feared that the pain in her heart might happen again, so she asked, "Mom, do you want to watch a movie while we wait for Joseph to get here?"
"Why are you so stupid and willing to be bullied by others? You know Anna lies and schemes, but you wouldn't do the same to fight against her?"
Kate just lowered her head then listened quietly as Cassie spoke. She thought Cassie might be more relieved if she could vent all of her negative emotions. However, she did feel bad for Cassie because she worried so much about her and Joseph. The entire situation should not involve anyone but herself, Joseph, and Anna, but Cassie was now involved.
"But I still thank you for not agreeing to divorce Joseph," Cassie
