“Blood spilled, bonds were severed, and the family was sundered.”

These words, sharp as thorns, found purchase within her consciousness. The raw truth unfurled, leaving Millie reeling.

Celeste consulted a fortune-teller who predicted an unfavorable outcome for Millie and Marcus based on their birthdates. The forecast indicated a difficult relationship and a miserable ending for them.

Millie’s lips pressed into a taut line, recognizing the weight of superstition that often gripped the wealthy.

“Is your desire then to orchestrate our separation? To pave the way for our divorce.”

With determination, Millie folded the paper, her words clear and unambiguous.

twist of irony, as Celeste hadn’t expected

do wish for your divorce. Marcus is my only

brow furrowed as she stood

card to Millie. “There’s one million dollars on this card.

the card and Celeste’s sneering face, and she responded with a disdainful curl

should know your place. You don’t

hand began to tremble as she held out the card, growing

refusal to accept it. Her disdain for Millie deepened, convinced that Millie must be holding out for

What a greedy woman!

was firm as she said, “Whether I’m worth it or not is irrelevant. I won’t take your money. Take back

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