Then Helena pulled her hand from Sebastian's grip.
She remained completely calm.
Sebastian looked down at his empty palm, entirely at a loss for words.
He stood frozen in place until she disappeared from his sight.
Less than ten minutes later, she reappeared.
She had changed into a clean black dress, paired with a dark mourning hat.
Sebastian was also dressed in a sharp black suit.
Standing together, they looked like a matching pair, yet the air between them was tight with suffocating tension.
"I'm ready," Helena said softly.
Sebastian didn't say a word. He simply turned and walked toward the door.
Helena followed him in complete silence.
They kept a low profile as they arrived at The Hayes Corporation, where The Lawyer was already waiting.
When their car pulled up to the corporate headquarters, The Press paused in shock at the sight of Helena.
She had been absent from the public eye for so long that it took them a moment to react before shoving their microphones toward her.
"Helena, did you and Mr. Hayes finalize the divorce?"
"Helena, why are you at the company today?"
"Helena—"
The reporters bombarded her with aggressive questions.
She stood there quietly, unsure if she should even bother answering.
Before she could decide, a strong arm wrapped securely around her waist.
Sebastian pulled her flush against him, quickly guiding her forward.
Helena ultimately said nothing.
Sebastian's Bodyguards stepped in, blocking the eager crowd.
Carter Miles's firm voice rang out: "Apologies, no interviews today."
The chaotic shouts of the reporters slowly faded into the background.
Sebastian led her into his private office.
The Lawyer was already waiting.
All the paperwork was neatly laid out.
"Mrs. Hayes, you just need to sign here," The Lawyer said concisely.



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