THE DIVORCE GAMBIT From Dumped Wife to CEO's Forever novel Chapter 789

In that moment, the phrase "heart-stopping" became a tangible reality. And in that moment, Brock finally understood why his mother was so enamored with Caitlin, why she was so determined to set them up. This woman possessed a charm that was simply undeniable.

Caitlin shook his hand with natural grace. "I'm Freya."

Brock's heart pounded in his chest, and a faint blush crept up his neck, though it was subtle enough to go unnoticed. He struggled to steady his racing heart. "Thank you, Miss Gonzales, for saving my life."

He was already regretting his earlier refusal of his mother's suggestion. He should have just gone along with it. But now…

"You're welcome," Caitlin said, her voice light and clear. "It's a doctor's duty."

Celia continued the introductions. "Third Brother, this is Freya's good friend, and now my good friend, Celeste."

"Miss Hayes, a pleasure," Brock said, nodding as he shook her hand.

"Hello, Mr. Palmer," Celeste replied.

After the introductions, Mrs. Palmer beamed. "Miss Gonzales, Miss Hayes, please, come inside! Don't just stand out here."

Celia linked arms with both Caitlin and Celeste. "Yes, yes, Freya, March, come in. Please, make yourselves at home." She then looked at her mother and brother. "Mom, Third Brother, you don't need to be so formal. Just call them March and Freya."

Mrs. Palmer smiled. "Alright, then. Freya, March, you two don't need to be so formal with me either."

"A name is just a name," Caitlin replied with a smile. "Call me whatever is most comfortable for you, Mrs. Palmer."

Celeste nodded in agreement. "Catie's right. Whatever you'd like to call us is fine."

"In that case," Mrs. Palmer said, "you two shouldn't call me Mrs. Palmer either. According to your Eldermere customs, you can just call me Aunty."

Caitlin and Celeste graciously accepted.

Carrying her medical bag, Caitlin approached Brock. "Mr. Palmer, I'd like to check your pulse now."

"Of course. Thank you, Miss Gonzales," he said, rolling up his sleeve.

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