Boss, Your Wife Signed the Divorce Agreement Before the Wedding novel Chapter 87

Raelynn took a sip of whiskey from her glass, relishing the harsh, fiery burn.

This was for the best.

Honestly, she had to thank him for his utter devotion to Seraphina—it was the only reason Lily remained perfectly hidden. Because he sprinted off to play knight in shining armor, he would never cross paths with his daughter.

"Did an emergency pop up at Sebastian's company? Is it serious?" Arthur asked, finally realizing Sebastian had left.

Raelynn forced a smile. "Yeah, very serious. If he didn't go, it might have killed him."

Preston watched Raelynn acting completely unfazed, like a spectator in her own life. He pressed his lips together, a bitter taste in his mouth.

Truthfully, Raelynn was in a surprisingly good mood. Her entire universe revolved around Lily. As long as the divorce went smoothly and she secured full custody without a fight, she didn't care what Sebastian did.

With Sebastian gone, Raelynn stood up to call Chloe.

But just as she opened her contacts, Chloe's name flashed on the screen.

Raelynn answered immediately. "Did you and Lily leave—"

"Sunny, there's been an accident. Lily and I were in a car crash."

Raelynn's face instantly went ashen.

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To avoid panicking Arthur, Raelynn begged Preston to stay at the care facility and keep him company.

She flagged down a taxi and rushed straight to the police station. Chloe was already there when she called.

When Raelynn burst through the doors, Chloe was sitting on a plastic bench, looking pale and furious.

Next to her sat a little girl with her hair tied in two low space buns. She was absolutely adorable, with massive, dark eyes and perfectly delicate features. She was so pretty that the officers kept walking by just to offer her snacks.

Lily shook her head immediately. She cupped Raelynn's face and kissed her cheek, her voice soft and sweet. "It doesn't hurt. Don't be scared, Mommy. I'm very brave."

Chloe walked over, looking miserable. "Lynnie, this is completely my fault."

"Lily must have gotten so scared that it triggered a fever. When I slammed on the brakes to avoid hitting someone, Lily bumped her head against the window..." Chloe was consumed with guilt. She knew Lily was Raelynn's entire world. Her carelessness had gotten this sweet little girl hurt.

Raelynn's mind was a mess, but she stood up, holding Lily securely in her arms. "It was an accident. Don't blame yourself. What exactly happened?"

At the mention of the accident, Chloe ground her teeth in fury. "It was Seraphina Vance!"

Raelynn froze.

"That spoiled brat of a brother she has was sprinting across the road like he owned it. I was pulling up to the hotel when he darted out of nowhere. I swerved into a curb to avoid killing him, and the kid tripped and scraped his knee."

"Seraphina called the cops immediately and said she absolutely wouldn't settle."