THE DIVORCE GAMBIT From Dumped Wife to CEO's Forever novel Chapter 575

*Just do good deeds.*

*And ask nothing of the future.*

The simple words struck Celia with such force that she stood frozen, unable to process them for a long moment. Many years later, as an old woman surrounded by her children and grandchildren, Celia would still remember that breezy afternoon when the legendary woman stood before her and shared that phrase. It would become a guiding principle for the Palmer family, passed down through generations. Even those who knew nothing of Eldermere culture would understand its profound meaning.

Celia looked at Caitlin with newfound admiration. "Just do good deeds and ask nothing of the future! Miss Gonzales, I will remember that. I will strive to learn from you."

They began to walk and chat together. "Miss Gonzales, this is my first time in The Capital. Would you be willing to show me around?" Celia asked.

"I'm afraid I won't have time in the coming days," Caitlin replied. "If you don't mind, I can arrange for a local guide to take you around the city."

Caitlin's schedule was packed. She had to monitor Stuart's condition, work at the Gonzales Holdings lab, and squeeze in time for her relationship with Gordon. She was constantly on the move.

Hearing this, Celia pouted, a hint of disappointment on her face. "Miss Gonzales, I'm the most beloved daughter of the Palmer family! Don't you care about me at all?"

Anyone else would have been flattered and immediately cleared their schedule for her. But Caitlin was different. A smile curved Celia's lips; her admiration for Caitlin grew even stronger. She linked her arm through Caitlin's, her expression turning playful. "It's alright, Miss Gonzales. I can wait. I'll wait until you have time to take me out yourself."

Besides, she had just received news that the elusive Dr. Oracle might be in The Capital. The Palmer family didn't own a residence here, but there was a six-star hotel run by Valerians.

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Meanwhile, Ann had been rushed to the hospital's emergency room. Gavin and Amanda waited anxiously outside.

*Click.*

The door opened, and they rushed forward.

"Doctor, how is my daughter?" Amanda asked immediately.

She truly meant it. Caitlin had taken everything from her. What was the point of living? How could she ever face the world again?

Amanda's heart ached. She squeezed Ann's hand tightly. "Ann, you have to live. You have to keep living so you can take back everything Caitlin stole from you! If you die, that little bitch gets exactly what she wants. You can't let her win!"

Ann closed her eyes, silent. She blamed Caitlin for everything.

Suddenly, a thought struck Amanda. "Wait! The doctor said you were poisoned! That's why you fainted! It must have been that little witch Caitlin! She tried to poison you!" It had to be Caitlin; who else would want to harm Ann? "I'm calling the police! I'll have them arrest that monster and lock her up for good!"

Gavin couldn't listen to this nonsense anymore. He rubbed his forehead. "Amanda, stop talking crazy! No one poisoned Ann. The doctor said it was respiratory alkalosis, which isn't poisoning. It's caused by hyperventilating from extreme emotional distress!"

In other words, Ann had fainted from sheer rage and humiliation. It had nothing to do with anyone else.

"Shut up!" Amanda whirled on him, her eyes blazing. "Are you a doctor? What do you know? Our daughter is the one suffering, and instead of trying to get justice for her, you're defending that little witch!"