Goodbye, Saintess. Novel

The Unseen Kingdom That Followed Me Into Every Dream by Alyndra Meron Valeen 18 Summary Sebastian reflects on his changing luck with women since distancing himself from Hera. Previously, he had shut out all other women to prove his devotion to Hera, despite having many admirers. However, Hera never appreciated his efforts, so now that she is out of the picture, Sebastian decides to let things happen naturally without trying so hard. Meanwhile, Claire, Sebastian's new roommate and landlady, is on the phone excitedly telling her mother about meeting Sebastian.

She gushes about his good looks and muscular physique, recalling how he was shirtless when he opened the door. Claire's mother, Patricia, is smugly confident that Sebastian is a catch, despite Sebastian having lied about being married and having a child to throw her off. Claire laughs off her mother's teasing and admits she has already talked to Sebastian and moved in with him. Claire's conversation reveals that the dramatic encounter Sebastian witnessed earlier was actually a staged test she arranged to gauge his character.

She is thrilled that Sebastian checked all her boxes and is determined not to let him slip away. After ending the call, Claire exchanges messages with her cousin Chris, who had helped with the staged scenario and narrowly avoided a confrontation with Sebastian. As Claire settles in with a satisfied smile, Sebastian remains unaware that the events he witnessed were part of Claire's plan. The chapter ends with both characters in their separate spaces, hinting at the complex dynamic beginning to form between them.

Continue Regular Chapter Reading Below Chapter 18 I glanced at Claire's closed door and let out a dry chuckle . ' So now I suddenly have a gorgeous roommate and landlady ? ' It was funny , actually . Ever since I walked away from Hera , my luck with women had taken a sharp turn . Back when I was still trying to win Hera over , I shut out every other woman who tried to get close . I wanted her to feel completely secure and to prove my devotion . From the start , I kept everyone else at arm's length . And honestly ? I wasn't exactly short on admirers .

Even in college , plenty of classmates had crushed on me . But none of that ever meant anything to Hera . She never cared about how much I gave . Well then , if she didn't care , I wouldn't either . With Hera out of the picture , whatever happened next , I'd let it . I shook my head and went to bed . Unbeknownst to me , just beyond the wall , Claire had her phone pressed to her ear . " Hey , Mom . I just met Sebastian , " she said , barely containing her excitement . " You weren't kidding . He's gorgeous . And that body - my god . He was shirtless when he opened the door . All solid muscles .

" Her cheeks flushed at the memory . " Of course I was right . I'm your mother . When have I ever steered you wrong ? " Patricia sounded smug . " This Grimwald fellow sounds like a catch . He tried to throw me off today . Said he was married and even had a kid . " Claire giggled . " Like I'd fall for that . I saw through it in two seconds . " Patricia laughed . " So ? You satisfied this time ? " " Totally . He didn't even hesitate when he jumped out to protect me . That hit all the right buttons . This time really feels different . I've already talked to him and moved in .

He's so shy about it , too . " Claire was glowing . In her mind , Sebastian was already as good as hers . " Well , if you're happy , I'm happy . And don't forget that I promised no more blind dates if you manage to land this guy . Deal's a deal . " Patricia added with a laugh , " He'd make a great son - in - law . " Claire's cheeks turned scarlet at the word . She bit her lip . " Okay . I'll do what you say , Mom . " " Oh please . " Patricia scoffed . " You ? Listen to me ? That'll be the day . When I tried to set you up before , you gave me the whole ' free will ' lecture .

Said you'd never let anyone arrange your love life . And now you're playing the obedient daughter ? Don't kid yourself , sweetheart . We both know what's really going on . " " Mom , stop teasing me ! " Claire groaned . " I'm hanging up . Staying up too late is bad for my skin . " She ended the call before Patricia could get another word in . ( 1 Just then , a message popped up from her cousin , Chris . Chris : [ So , Claire . How'd it go ? ] Claire : [ All according to plan . ] Chris : [ Good ! But seriously , I thought I was gonna get punched when he burst out the door like that !

I nearly peed myself . You owe me those sneakers , by the way ! ] He even added a sticker of a cartoon character cowering in fear . Claire rolled her eyes and transferred the money without a word . She followed it up with a firm warning not to let anything slip the next time they met . 1/2 With everything settled , she locked her phone , curled up under the covers , and closed her eyes with a satisfied smile . The role - play , the fake stalker - it didn't matter . What mattered was that she'd finally met someone who checked every box , inside and out .

There was no way that she would let Sebastian Grimwald slip away . Meanwhile , Sebastian lay in bed , completely unaware that the drama he had witnessed tonight had been nothing more than a test Claire had staged to see what kind of man he was . Conclusion In this chapter, the delicate dance between vulnerability and guarded hearts takes center stage, revealing how both Sebastian and Claire navigate the complexities of trust and desire. Sebastian's decision to open himself up, even after past disappointments, marks a quiet but profound shift in his emotional journey.

Meanwhile, Claire's playful yet calculated approach to testing Sebastian's character underscores her own cautious hopefulness, blending humor with a sincere longing for connection. Together, their intertwined stories illuminate the bittersweet tension between past wounds and the promise of new beginnings. The chapter gently captures the tentative steps toward intimacy, where walls begin to lower and the possibility of love feels both thrilling and fragile.

As Sebastian remains unaware of the carefully orchestrated test Claire set up, readers will find themselves questioning how much of their connection is genuine and how much is influenced by these subtle games. The emotional tension is poised to rise as Claire's guarded heart begins to open, but not without the risk of misunderstandings and unexpected vulnerabilities coming to light.

At the same time, the chapter will likely explore the ripple effects of Sebastian's past and his decision to finally let go of Hera, setting the stage for internal conflicts that could challenge his newfound openness. With Claire's family watching closely and her own feelings intensifying, the story is set to explore the delicate balance between trust and deception, loyalty and self-discovery. Readers can anticipate moments of warmth and tension as these two characters navigate the uncertain terrain of trust, attraction, and the unseen forces that threaten to complicate their connection.

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