Goodbye Saintess (by Edelweiss W.S.) novel Chapter 219

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**The Unseen Kingdom That Followed Me Into Every Dream by Alyndra Meron Valeen 219**

It was a familiar refrain among their acquaintances: Sebastian had a wife whose beauty was nothing short of breathtaking. Yet, whispers of discontent had begun to swirl around their union, suggesting that she was now little more than a shadow of his past—a practically ex-wife, if one dared to say it aloud.

Jeanine often found herself drifting into daydreams, allowing her mind to entertain the fanciful notion that perhaps, just perhaps, she might have a sliver of a chance with him. But that flicker of hope was always extinguished quickly, like a match snuffed out in the wind. Sebastian was the epitome of allure—handsome, athletic, capable, responsible, and above all, gentle. He was perfection personified in every conceivable way.

A man like Sebastian was a distant star, shining far beyond her reach. Over time, Jeanine had learned to bury those fleeting feelings deep within her heart, transforming them into a quiet admiration that she could live with.

And now, as if the universe were intent on reinforcing her reality, another stunning woman stood effortlessly by his side, her presence a radiant reminder of what Jeanine could never hope to attain.

“Of course. How could a man like him ever be without women drawn to his light?” A wave of disappointment washed over her, but it was fleeting, a mere whisper of emotion that she quickly silenced. She reminded herself of her position—she was merely the secretary, and he was her boss.

Sebastian had graciously extended an invitation for her to stay and celebrate the birthday party, but an unsettling feeling gnawed at her. She knew she shouldn’t linger too long in this atmosphere of festivity, where her heart could only ache.

“Oh, I see. My grandmother’s inside,” Claire remarked, stepping aside with a nod that allowed Jeanine to pass.

A sense of relief flooded through Jeanine as she realized she had been overanalyzing the situation far too much. It was glaringly obvious: her relationship with Sebastian was strictly professional, nothing more.

“Thank you,” Jeanine replied, her voice steady as she stepped into the room to convey her birthday wishes to Sabrina.

As she approached the door, Claire’s warm gaze met hers. Without hesitation, she wrapped her hand around Jeanine’s arm, a gesture filled with camaraderie. “Sebastian, Grandma and I actually heard the commotion downstairs earlier,” she said, her tone light.

Jeanine felt a blush creeping up her neck, a mix of embarrassment and surprise. “Was it really that loud? I just hope she doesn’t hold me responsible for disturbing her celebration.”