Goodbye, Saintess. Novel

The Unseen Kingdom That Followed Me Into Every Dream by Alyndra Meron Valeen 46 Summary The narrator reflects on a recent interaction with Rhea, who playfully offered to be the narrator's girlfriend and even promised to pay generously for acting as a boyfriend, including their one-night stand. Despite the lighthearted tone, the narrator feels uneasy about treating Rhea like a casual fling, not wanting to repeat the mistakes of Rhea's unkind ex-boyfriend.

The narrator contemplates the possibility of starting fresh with Rhea after the impending divorce from Hera, hoping for a chance at genuine connection. Monday arrives, the day the narrator expects to finalize the divorce with Hera. However, Hera never shows up at the courthouse, leaving the narrator waiting all day. When contacted, Hera refuses to answer calls and sends a blunt text message stating she does not consent to the divorce. This rejection fills the narrator with anger and frustration, realizing the divorce will not proceed smoothly or quickly.

Determined to understand Hera's motives, the narrator takes a cab to Edge, Hera's workplace, seeking answers. Most employees have already left, and the narrator is unrecognized by those still there, except for Morgan Phelps, Hera's personal assistant, who notices the narrator just as she is about to leave. The chapter ends with the narrator poised to confront the situation further. Continue Regular Chapter Reading Below ( As promised , I won't bother you again . Bunit ...

If you think I'm a pretty cool girl to be made your girlfriend ( why wouldn't you lol ) , and you don't mind playing my boyfriend , yes ! I'll be like ? So happy ? At least it means I'll get to extend my happy memories with you right , lololol . [ Oh , right . Let it be known that you were handsomely compensated for your acting . I'll pay you ! Including your performance of last night ( you wild , wild stallion ) , I'll pay you 670k ! How's that for sincerity , huh ? ( P.S. It's okay to decline this offer . In fact , you can pretend you didn't read the last part ! [ Goodbye , Friend .

] She left her phone number and a doodle of a girl with a bubble reading : " Here's my number ! Call me maybe ? " I could easily imagine the funny faces Rhea must have made while writing this note , judging by its content . I chuckled helplessly . " 670k just for playing a role and a one - night stand ? Rich people really see money differently . " I sighed . What surprised me most was that she actually kept her promise . She said she wouldn't need me to be responsible , and she meant it . Compared to her , I was the more conservative one , huh ?

Still , I didn't think I was wrong to feel uneasy about treating her like a one - night stand . Wouldn't that make me no different from that jerk ex - boyfriend she had ? I just didn't want to be like him . It was Monday - the day Hera and I could finally get our divorce . The timing worked in my favor . Once this mess of a marriage was over , I could finally start fresh with Rhea . Maybe I would even fall in love with her over time . Who knew ? At the very least , this would give her a choice .

She deserved that , especially after telling me how little control she often had over her own life . I knew she wanted me to say yes . I could have . But I needed to be sure my failed marriage wouldn't stand in the way . I shook my head and tucked Rhea's note away . Then I cleaned up . As the time approached , I checked out and headed to the courthouse . On the way , a bad feeling crept in - that the divorce wouldn't go as smoothly as I hoped . I was dead right . I hated how accurate that feeling was . I waited at the entrance as soon as the courthouse opened .

Then I waited until five in the afternoon . Hera never showed up . My patience evaporated completely . When I called her , all I heard was the beep . " What the hell is this ? " I muttered in anger . Then I received a text from her . It was so brief I read it in a flash . Hera : [ I don't consent to a divorce . ] I felt disgusted . She stood me up for hours , then sent me that disgusting message ? " What the hell , bitch ?! " I cursed . I tried calling again but couldn't get through . I knew the divorce wasn't happening anytime soon . That didn't mean I couldn't get an explanation , though .

Thailed a cab straight to Edge . I needed to find out what she thought she was doing . Many employees had already left . Those still there didn't recognize me . Only Morgan Phelps , Hera's personal assistant who was just about to leave , noticed me . Conclusion The chapter closes on a note of bitter disappointment and unresolved tension, capturing the protagonist's deep yearning for a fresh start intertwined with the harsh reality of betrayal.

Despite the hopeful promise of new beginnings with Rhea, the lingering shadow of a failed marriage and Hera's refusal to consent to the divorce cast a heavy weight on his heart. The emotional turmoil is palpable, as he grapples with feelings of anger, frustration, and a desperate need for closure. Yet, beneath the frustration, there remains a quiet resilience-a determination to reclaim agency over his life and relationships. The chapter delicately underscores themes of trust, control, and the painful complexity of breaking free from the past.

The uneasy mix of anger and disappointment hints at a confrontation that could reveal hidden motives and unresolved grievances. Meanwhile, the delicate thread connecting the protagonist to Rhea remains fragile yet full of potential. With the divorce stalled, the chance to build something genuine with Rhea hangs in the balance, shadowed by the uncertainty of the protagonist's own emotional readiness.

The upcoming scenes are likely to explore the complexities of moving on when the past refuses to let go, setting the stage for moments of vulnerability, unexpected alliances, and the stirring of hope amidst the chaos. Sara Lili Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland's breathtaking cold.