Leo Flynn offered a practical suggestion. "Real power is the only thing that lasts. Sebastian and Julian are heading to an Investors' Gala tonight. Since you're looking to build a team for your new project, tagging along to network wouldn't hurt."
Intrigued, Seraphina softened her gaze and looked up at Sebastian. "Sebastian, would that be convenient?"
Sebastian had just wrapped up a business call. Hearing her request, he didn't mind letting her leverage his connections. "It's fine."
Julian observed Sebastian's easy agreement, recognizing the dynamic. A man's affection for a woman wasn't just sweet words; it was providing money and resources. Adults didn't survive on empty romance. Sebastian certainly wasn't stingy with Seraphina.
Julian frowned slightly. It would be best if Raelynn just gave up entirely.
The gala kicked off at seven that evening. Seraphina, draped in a stunning gown, arrived alongside Sebastian and Julian. The venue was already bustling with guests.
Almost immediately, Julian spotted a towering figure surrounded by a crowd in the center of the hall. He blinked in surprise. "Ian Hudson?"
Sebastian shifted his gaze, spotting the man standing out effortlessly among the elite.
Having navigated these social circles for a while, Seraphina knew of Ian's reputation, even if they had never met. "Isn't Mr. Hudson supposed to be in Canada expanding the overseas business?" she asked.
Julian found it odd too. "He wasn't scheduled to return until the end of the year." He had heard rumors from his family that Ian was planning a massive move abroad.
Sebastian didn't comment. He simply raised his eyes and offered a subtle nod as the man approached. "Mr. Hudson. It's been a while."
Julian turned to face Ian. The man looked exactly as he remembered—exuding an aura of unapproachable authority.
Ian's gaze rested on Sebastian for a fraction of a second. "Mr. Croix." Then, he greeted Julian. "Mr. Yves. You're in Kingsford as well."
Seraphina openly studied Ian, flashing a charming smile. "You guys know each other well?"
When she told Lily that Ian was back but flying out to Houston the next day, the little girl instantly demanded action.
"Then I need to spend as much time with him as possible!" Lily had declared. "Starting with picking him up and bringing him home!"
The little girl had a massive heart and loved grand gestures. Not wanting to ruin her excitement, Raelynn had decided to check if Ian was open to the idea.
While she nervously awaited his response, her phone pinged.
Ian had sent his real-time location.
Ian: Tell Lily she's welcome anytime.

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The readers' comments on the novel: Boss, Your Wife Signed the Divorce Agreement Before the Wedding
I think for as slow as the beginning was, their turning point is just so fast... really hope we actually get to read about R and S and their rekindle.... we did not read 950 pages for their story to be sidelined. Im for this sideline story, but it if it's to separate from the main characters and their story, please make it separate book....
Author please update more chapters...
I really like Zella, she is becoming a good friend to Raelynn. Ian needs to go. The relationship with Chloe is confusing. Some chapters they are cousins, sometimes they're sibling. A little confusing....
Julians role as big brother- I feel comes from a genuine place, but in a relationship thats is just as stained as Raelynns and Sebastians. It hard for me to connect to his big brother role as he too was such a problem before. And while they talked a little bit, the conversation did not give me the believe there was resolution between Raelynn and Julian. For a brute, he should make his feelings clear about the situation to Raelynn and then step back, until there is more foundation for him to stand on....
Knife in my heart. I hurt for Raelynn. She has made it this far, but how much does she have in her, everyone has a breaking point. Some back of me hopes the author is joking to lighten the mood after so many intense chapters, but thats not this kind of story or couple....
My heart cannot take this. This, cannot be how it ends with these too. They need resolution with each other. Raelynn needs to be more humanize with Sebastian. We know she is hurt, but this is the branch. She needs all these answers, if not for them to be together, then for Lily to have both her parents. Stop with the mind games Raelynn!...
Its like the story is just repeating itself...
Timeline is getting lost for me. So many treasured little memories Raelynn has but yet, he was gone for years ? Anyways... still rooting for them! These two need a heart to heart. Lily "forgetting" someone, not possible in this day and age and I hope thats not their storyline....
Sebastian, the man of few words.... needs to find all the words! Needs to fight for her! On note, seven years seems like a long time for this master plan (which I am sure goes back much farther). Rereading this novel, and it seems like everything has played out in a 5-8 month time span. And I feel like all Sebastian's doings/ plan have not been revealed. I hope we get to see the whole picture and have the resolutions we hope. But seven years of mistreatment, I just don't see Raelynn fully coming back. If these was 2-3 years, maybe, and I know it changes some characters around, but it would still work. Rooting for them!...
Literally on edge!...