Soon after, Raelynn received the notification.
Sebastian's funds had cleared.
Not a penny short, right on the dot.
She let out a soft scoff.
The moment Seraphina's demands were met and her problems solved, the money arrived incredibly fast.
It was as if he had "I'm protecting Seraphina" stamped across his forehead.
Now that the money was in, she didn't need to worry about the rest.
She certainly didn't go visit Sebastian again.
He had far too many people caring for him. There was no room for her, and she had no desire to join the circus anyway.
When the day of the party arrived.
Raelynn drove to the Yves Garden Estate.
The Yves family's properties in the city were astonishingly expansive.
This estate alone covered a massive stretch of land.
By the time Raelynn arrived, guests were already streaming in and out.
Chloe had gotten there early and was waiting by the entrance. Seeing Raelynn, she rushed over. "My brother is stuck in a meeting. He'll be here later. Let's head inside."
Raelynn nodded.
An impressive crowd had gathered today. The Yves family commanded immense respect, and with Dr. Evelyn Hayes hosting, everyone wanted a piece of the action. They were all vying for access to the doctor's vast resources and unmatched connections.
Walking in, Raelynn spotted several recognizable elites from the industry.
"I don't see Quentin Yves..."
Raelynn turned her head. "Who is Quentin Yves?"
Chloe lowered her voice. "Dr. Hayes's son. Julian's father. The Yves family has enough drama to fill a soap opera. Julian's mother was essentially raised by the Yves family, kind of like a child bride setup. She and Quentin were the model couple in our circle. Who would have thought it would end so explosively? Right after she gave birth, she took the Yves family's baby girl and vanished. They've been missing ever since."
"What happened to them?"
Chloe thought for a moment. "Childhood sweethearts. Their marriage fell apart in less than four years. Supposedly, it was a massive scandal. Dr. Hayes was so furious she exiled her own son abroad. He's only been allowed back in the last couple of years. They nearly severed all ties."
Raelynn was stunned.
Basking in the awe surrounding her acquisition of Faye's database, Seraphina offered a self-satisfied smile. "Faye and I are both dedicated to advancing the domestic medical industry. We want to work together to achieve major breakthroughs. You could say we have a mutual appreciation for one another."
Chloe let out an incredulous laugh. "What is she so smug about?"
Raelynn turned away. "Let's go say hello to Dr. Hayes first."
Grumbbing under her breath, Chloe followed her lead.
After asking for Dr. Hayes's location, Raelynn headed straight over.
But right as she reached the door, she ran into Sebastian and Seraphina again, with Leo trailing behind them on his phone.
Sebastian looked down at Raelynn.
Raelynn stared straight ahead, completely ignoring him.
Just then, Dr. Hayes opened the door.
She found herself face to face with the group.
A warm smile blossomed on her face when she saw Raelynn, but it faded instantly the moment she caught sight of Seraphina out of the corner of her eye.
"Mr. Croix, is it truly appropriate to attend an event like today's without your wife?"

Comments
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!...