Mr. CEO Your Wife Has Wanted a Divorce for a Long Time (by Zora Pradeep) novel Chapter 492

**Freedom 492**

From the hushed whispers that floated through the air, Sophia and Janice quickly grasped two crucial pieces of information:

First, it was Old Mrs. Miller who had been admitted to the hospital, and second, the renowned specialists had been summoned personally by Franklin to attend to her condition.

The revelation that Franklin had not only secured the best medical minds for Maggie’s grandmother but also had the audacity to call Maggie his wife sent ripples of shock through both Sophia and Janice. Their expressions morphed from casual curiosity to astonished disbelief.

As Franklin and Maggie strolled away, Sophia felt a wave of panic wash over her. “Wh-what is going on? Why would brother-in-law—” Her voice trembled, the words barely escaping her lips.

Tracy, equally anxious but quicker to react, interjected. “Did you hear what they just said? It’s clear that the Miller family’s matriarch is gravely ill. And isn’t she particularly close to Franklin’s grandmother? With such a serious situation unfolding, how could Old Mrs. Wilson possibly sit on the sidelines and do nothing?”

The implication was clear: Franklin’s assistance to the Miller family was likely rooted in his loyalty to Old Mrs. Wilson rather than any affection for Maggie.

“And about that whole ‘husband and wife’ business…” Tracy scoffed, rolling her eyes. “They aren’t divorced yet. Franklin’s statement isn’t technically incorrect. Plus, in front of high-profile figures like Dr. Grace, it wouldn’t be appropriate for him to delve into their private affairs.”

A light bulb flickered on in Sophia’s mind.

In her earlier state of anxiety, she had failed to connect the dots.

Janice and Old Mrs. Lin, however, had already reached the same conclusion before Tracy even spoke. They were convinced that Franklin’s involvement was solely out of respect for Old Mrs. Wilson, nothing more.

Janice’s face had settled back into its usual calm demeanor. They departed shortly after, but once they returned home, they felt compelled to share every detail of their hospital visit with Julia.

Julia listened intently, pausing thoughtfully at their revelations, yet she chose to remain silent, her thoughts hidden behind a composed exterior.

The following day, with Franklin off on a business trip, Maggie remained busy at the hospital. In the meantime, Isabella decided to venture out shopping with Julia.

As Julia prepared to leave, Sophia, unable to resist the opportunity, decided to tag along.

Their outing took an unexpected turn when they crossed paths with Isabella. Sophia couldn’t help but roll her eyes, a reflexive reaction to the little girl she found so irksome, though she would never dare reveal her disdain in front of her.

After they had lunch, the trio strolled through a nearby mall. Sophia, with a penchant for jewelry, was drawn irresistibly toward a jewelry shop as they passed by.

Julia, lacking any real shopping agenda, simply trailed behind, holding Isabella’s hand.

Sophia’s eyes sparkled as she scanned the displays, and when she spotted a particularly stunning diamond ring, she couldn’t contain her excitement. “Sis, look at this diamond ring! It’s absolutely gorgeous! Just look how big that diamond is—”