Substitute Wife, Genius CEO novel Chapter 261

Summer Vance didn't see the bank notification until she got home. It was a transfer for three million dollars—a small fortune from Xavier Sterling for her help.

She set her alarm, took a quick shower, and meticulously went through her skincare routine. Consecutive days of overtime had left her complexion dull, and she needed to look her absolute best when she finalized her divorce tomorrow.

The next morning, her alarm went off right on time at 7:30.

Summer woke up and applied a hydrating sheet mask while preparing breakfast.

Once she finished eating, she pulled out the outfit she had prepared well in advance—a chic, elegant red dress that felt like her divorce armor.

She applied her makeup flawlessly.

The woman in the mirror had radiant red lips, a striking red dress, stunning curves, and luminous skin.

She chose a diamond necklace and matching earrings to tie the look together.

She looked fierce and irresistibly gorgeous.

"Happy divorce, Summer!"

At 8 AM, Summer grabbed her purse and headed out.

She arrived at the civil registry at 8:40. The doors weren't even open yet, but there was already a line of couples waiting to tie the knot.

Looking at them, Summer couldn't help but remember a day seven years ago when she and Xavier had stood in a line just like this one, waiting to get married.

That day, Xavier had told her, "Even when we're married, I'll love you for the rest of my life. My feelings will never change."

Summer had been incredibly nervous and terrified before the wedding.

At the time, she thought Xavier was just trying to soothe her marriage anxiety. She thought it was a vow meant for her.

Now she knew the truth. It was a promise made to Lily Sutton.

Even if he married Summer, he would always love Lily for the rest of his life.

"Miss, would you like to buy some flowers?" There were several flower vendors set up outside the registry.

Summer smiled. "Sure." A divorce deserved a proper ceremony.

She picked out a beautifully wrapped bouquet of roses and bought them for herself.

From now on, she was going to love herself.

She didn't need love from anyone else.

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