Dr. Evelyn Hayes's birthday gala was scheduled for the following day.
The guests had the entire first day to themselves.
The Yves family spared no expense in their hospitality. While Lily took her afternoon nap, Raelynn unpacked her bags. Shortly after, the hotel manager knocked on her door.
He spoke to her with utmost respect. "Ms. Ortiz, the hotel is closed to the public today. We've arranged a series of entertainment options for the evening. There will be a welcome dinner at seven o'clock, followed by a pool party on the rooftop terrace, as well as access to private pools. Please feel free to join us at your convenience."
The manager paused, perfectly anticipating her needs. He smiled warmly. "We know you're traveling with your little one. Since many of our guests have flown in with children, the hotel has set up a dedicated play area. You won't have to worry about keeping her entertained."
Raelynn hadn't expected them to be so thorough.
She knew this luxury hotel was managed by Julian. It was famous nationwide, and the Yves family had clearly pulled out all the stops for this event.
"Thank you. That sounds wonderful."
After seeing the manager out, Raelynn received a text from Ian.
He had to head back to the Hudson ancestral estate to handle some business.
The Hudson family's main base of operations was right here in Seaport City, and their sprawling estate was situated on a secluded, privately-owned mountain, quite a distance from the downtown area.
Raelynn texted back: 'Understood. Take care of your work.'
Lily slept all the way until five in the afternoon.
After washing up and getting dressed, it was getting late.
Raelynn planned to take Lily downstairs for a quick bite before heading over to the welcome dinner.
But they had barely reached the elevator banks when she heard footsteps behind them.
A tall, broad-shouldered figure stepped up beside them.
The familiar, crisp scent of cedar washed over her. Raelynn turned her head and, sure enough, saw Sebastian standing there in a crisp white dress shirt and dark slacks. He glanced over at them.
Raelynn had found her peace with the past. She looked at him directly and said, "Lily, say hello to the nice man."
Lily tilted her little head up. "Hello, Mister."
An unreadable emotion flickered in Sebastian's eyes.
The elevator chimed and opened.
Raelynn guided Lily inside.
The hotel's welcome dinner was an extravagant affair.
The chefs had been flown in from all over the world, bringing Michelin-star standards to the tables.
They catered to every conceivable palate and dietary restriction.
Lily was in high spirits. After all, getting to go on a trip just with her mom was something that rarely ever happened.
"Mama, isn't Daddy coming to eat with us?"
"Daddy is busy with work," Raelynn explained. "He'll join us a little later."
Lily didn't fuss. Instead, she grabbed Raelynn's hand and dragged her around the grand hall, hunting for their assigned seats by checking the name cards on the tables.
"Mama! I found our names," Lily said, pointing to a table nearby.
Raelynn checked the card. She was right.
They walked over and sat down.
But before Raelynn could even pour Lily a glass of water, the other guests assigned to their table began to arrive.

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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!...