THE DIVORCE GAMBIT From Dumped Wife to CEO's Forever novel Chapter 978

The last incident had genuinely frightened Gordon.

Caitlin chuckled. "Is that all the courage you have? Relax, my parents aren't here."

Gordon let out a sigh of relief. "I'll get going then. Walk the dog together tonight?"

Caitlin nodded.

She watched him drive away before heading back inside. "Grandpa, Keeley, I'm back."

Staring at the imposing gates of Gonzales Manor, Keeley was utterly astonished. "Catie, you... you live here?"

"That's right," Caitlin confirmed with a nod.

Keeley knew the Gonzales family was wealthy, but he had never imagined this level of opulence. If Caitlin hadn't told him, he would have thought it was the entrance to a museum.

The further they walked into the estate, the more his amazement grew.

Stuart, Carey, and Mrs. Keira were all home today. They welcomed Keeley warmly, making him feel right at home. That evening, Keira had the kitchen prepare a lavish feast in his honor.

The next day, Caitlin and Fortune took Keeley to see the retirement community owned by Gonzales Holdings. The environment was exceptional, with two dining halls on the ground floor serving both local and international cuisine. In addition to these amenities, the community had its own medical clinic and a grocery store.

The monthly fee was thirty-five thousand dollars, but Caitlin arranged for a fifty percent discount for Keeley, bringing it down to a manageable $17,500. On Caitlin's advice, Keeley placed six million of his settlement money into a fixed-term deposit, which would generate about thirteen thousand dollars in monthly interest. The remaining three million was for his daily expenses and travel.

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September 3rd. It was move-in day for the new students at The Capital University.

The entire Gonzales family turned out to see Caitlin off. Even her grandmother, Hannah, had come all the way from Neon Spire. Even Monday, the dog, was in the car.

Caitlin sat in the front with Fortune, Keira, and Hannah, while Stuart and Carey sat in the back with Monday. The car was filled with cheerful chatter.

Caitlin leaned her head on Hannah's shoulder. "Grandma, it's just the first day of college. You didn't have to make such a big deal out of it. It's a long trip for you at your age!"

"What do you mean, 'just the first day of college'?" Hannah turned to look at her. "We missed your kindergarten, elementary, middle, and high school years. We certainly aren't going to miss this."

Keira nodded. "Freya, your grandma is right. We've already missed so many important moments in your life. We can't miss this one."

"Woof woof woof!"

Elsa nodded and went back to her cleaning. Stuart and Carey immediately started helping Caitlin get settled, and even the three grandparents pitched in. Caitlin tried to help, but Keira gently pushed her down onto a chair. "Freya, you just sit. We'll handle this."

"That's right, Freya. Sit tight. We don't need your help here."

If Caitlin hadn't objected, Stuart would have hired two personal assistants to be at his daughter's beck and call 24/7. They felt they owed her so much. Whenever Stuart thought about his daughter's first nineteen years, his heart ached. He truly treated her as if she were made of glass, to be cherished and protected.

Elsa watched the bustling Gonzales family, her eyes filled with envy. "Caitlin, you have such a wonderful family. So many people who love you!"

Caitlin was sipping a drink. "Thank you." She offered one to Elsa. "Here, this is for you."

Elsa quickly waved her hand. "Thanks, but I'm not thirsty."

"We're roommates, and we'll be friends. It's just a drink, don't be shy." Caitlin pressed the bottle into Elsa's hand.

Elsa wasn't one for false modesty. "Okay, then. Thank you."

By the time her family had finished setting up Caitlin's space, it was past one o'clock. They hadn't felt hungry while they were busy, but now their stomachs were rumbling. Keira suggested they try the Kingsward University cafeteria.