Chapter 375

"Absolutely. Should I meet you at the company or have my driver take you to Martin Group headquarters?" Nathaniel's deep voice resonated through the phone. "Or perhaps I'll come straight to the estate after work?"

Evelyn tapped her fingers against her phone case. "I'll come find you." This would save them both time.

Just as she finished speaking, Cassandra's voice interrupted. "Nathaniel, are you taking Evelyn to Martin Estate? Mind if I join?"

Evelyn's grip tightened on her phone.

Cassandra continued smoothly, "My father sent some gifts and requested I pay my respects to Mr. Martin. It would be less awkward if I accompanied you both. Unless that's inconvenient?" Nathaniel remained silent, considering.

Evelyn said nothing, though the call was still connected.

Cassandra quickly added, "If it's troublesome, I can visit another time. I merely thought since you're both going and my schedule is clear, it wouldn't affect work. But really, it's fine—"

"We'll go together," Nathaniel finally answered.

Cassandra's voice remained perfectly composed. "I wouldn't want to intrude on family time."

"You won't be."

With that settled, Evelyn ended the call without another word. She texted Nathaniel: [Since Ms. Montgomery is joining you, I'll head to the estate first to inform them. No need to pick me up.]

Truthfully, she'd rather not be part of this little excursion anyway.

Tucking her phone away, Evelyn didn't check for any reply. The driver took her straight to Martin Estate. Knowing the estate was fully stocked, she only brought some fresh fruits.

Victoria greeted Evelyn with her usual warmth, though it had been days since their last meeting. Richard remained his gentle, caring self, while Edward still doted on Evelyn shamelessly.

After catching up, Evelyn mentioned, "Victoria, please prepare extra dishes. Cassandra Montgomery will be joining Nathaniel to visit Edward."

Victoria's smile faltered slightly. Studying Evelyn's expression carefully, she asked, "Cassandra is coming? With Nathaniel?"

Richard recognized the name. "The Madison heiress from Salzburg? Nathaniel's university classmate?"

Edward frowned. "Who is this Cassandra?"

Evelyn explained, "From the Montgomery family in Salzburg. She and Nathaniel studied together."

Edward gave a dismissive nod. "At my age, I prefer fewer visitors. Our ties with the Montgomerys are ancient history. We've all done well maintaining distance these years." Evelyn couldn't help smiling at his protective tone.

The conversation shifted to Evelyn's pregnancy. Victoria said, "Over four months now! We'll meet this little one soon. Don't worry about preparations—I've handled everything for you and the baby. Have you and Nathaniel discussed names?"

Evelyn rested a hand on her stomach. "Why don't Edward and Richard decide?"

Both men chuckled. "We'll brainstorm some options for you to choose from."

Victoria then asked, "Shall we arrange a gender reveal scan soon?"

Evelyn shook her head. "Let's keep it a surprise. Edward?"

The patriarch smiled. "Boy or girl, this will be my first grandchild—our family's greatest treasure."