THE DIVORCE GAMBIT From Dumped Wife to CEO's Forever novel Chapter 1204

After her little speech, Elsa's mother wore a smug expression. She was certain that the police officers who had just given her a hard time would be regretting it now.

Who was Caitlin Gonzales? A true titan of the Capital's elite circle. Offending the best friend of such a powerful figure was practically a death wish for these nobodies. If Caitlin wanted to crush them, it would be laughably easy.

Just as Elsa's mother was waiting for Caitlin to champion Elsa's cause—

Caitlin yanked her arm away, her face turning to ice. "Who did you just call a mistress?"

"Th-that shameless woman!" Elsa's mother stammered, momentarily stunned. "If she wasn't a mistress, why would our Elsa get angry enough to want to kill her? Miss Gonzales, you can't let that seductress fool you!"

Caitlin's attitude must be because she didn't know the whole story. With that thought, Elsa's mother pressed on. "Miss Gonzales, you and Elsa are best friends. You should know her character. Elsa isn't the type to stir up trouble! That hussy went too far! Miss Gonzales, as Elsa's best friend, you have to get justice for her!"

Every sentence out of her mouth emphasized that Elsa and Caitlin were "best friends." She spoke loudly, making sure everyone nearby could hear, as if afraid Caitlin might forget she had a friend like Elsa. Since they were best friends, Caitlin naturally couldn't stand by and do nothing now that Elsa was in trouble.

"You don't even know who the victim is, and you're standing here spreading vile rumors, calling her a mistress? Like mother, like daughter. It’s no wonder Elsa is such a disaster with parents who have absolutely no sense of decency." Caitlin's gaze was sharp as she stared at Elsa's mother. "And let me make one thing perfectly clear: Elsa and I are no longer friends."

Though simmering with resentment, Elsa's mother didn't let it show. She forced a smile and sidled up to Caitlin. "Miss Gonzales, could there be some misunderstanding between you and our Elsa? Did she do something to make you angry?"

She had to swallow her pride. She was still counting on that luxury apartment for her son's wedding. Why else would she be willing to grovel before Caitlin? Given their family's current financial situation, they could never afford such a place on their own.

Caitlin couldn't be bothered with the shameless woman any longer and strode away.

Elsa's mother chased after her, her face a mask of anxiety. "Miss Gonzales! Miss Gonzales, please listen to me! If our Elsa was immature and offended you, I'll apologize on her behalf. Please don't hold it against her! If you'll just forgive her, I'll do anything you ask!"