Chapter 22 The skies over Norland cleared to a bright , cloudless blue after the thunderstorm . In the parking garage of the city's largest shopping mall , the driver carefully opened the back door and shielded the opening with his hand . Yasmine stepped out of the car first , then reached over to help Sabrina out . By then , Sabrina's baby bump was already showing . Most women at this stage would be in loose maternity wear , but not her . She preferred outfits that made her belly stand out even more . Despite being barely past her first trimester , she already looked four or five months along . As she got out , she smiled at Yasmine , the corner of her eyes creasing in a show of flattery . " Yasmine , you're spoiling me . I told you we didn't have to come to such an expensive mall . Everything here is overpriced , but you brought me anyway . " Sabrina might have said that , but deep down , she was pleased to be there . Yasmine managed most of the Ashford family's finances . While Caleb and Conner had both worked in the family business and had plenty to spend , Caleb was never one for extravagance , much less luxury brands . To hide her true nature , Sabrina had forced herself to pretend she had no desire for the finer things . But keeping up that act was wearing her out . After all , she craved a life of luxury , with limited - edition designer bags on her arm and afternoons spent having tea with her social circle . Yasmine's gaze fixed on Sabrina's belly , her smile brimming with joy . " Silly girl , who else is going to treat you well if I don't ? Let's take my precious grandson shopping . " The doctor's right . A happy mother means a healthy baby . All I want is for you to feel happy every single day , " So , hand in hand , Yasmine and Sabrina headed for the elevator with two bodyguards following closely behind . It was obvious the Ashfords adored their unborn grandson . They were so protective of him that they were afraid the slightest thing might go wrong . As they stepped out of the underground parking garage onto the first floor , Sabrina made a beeline for Hermès , She moved so quickly she nearly stirred up a breeze , but Yasmine pulled her back after just a few steps . " Sabrina , slow down . You're walking so fast you're making me nervous . " Sabrina eased her pace , turned with a smile , and looped her arm through Yasmine's . " I'm just in a good mood , Yasmine . My feet move faster when I'm happy . Don't worry . " Yasmine smiled back and steered Sabrina toward Chanel . " I heard they've got some new bags perfect for Chapter 22 young women like you . I'll get you something nice here . " 2/2 Sabrina's expression darkened for an instant . Then , it shifted again before Yasmine could notice . " Yasmine , I'm not that young anymore . Most of Chanel's products are for young women . I'm about to be a mother , and it's really not for me . " Chanel pieces went for ten or 20 grand at most - a pittance that barely impressed Sabrina . The limited Hermès collection , though , was nearly impossible to get even with a million dollars . Sabrina wasn't clueless , and neither was Yasmine . So , Yasmine found an excuse to brush Sabrina off . " These days , it's all about staying young . You , on the other hand , are trying to make yourself look mature . Caleb doesn't like women who seem too mature . " Sabrina clenched her jaw , quiet frustration simmering within her . True enough , Caleb had never been into over - the - top luxury . For now , keeping both Caleb's affection and Yasmine's favor mattered most . " You're right , Yasmine . I'm young at heart , and Chanel works for me too ."