Raylen tells himself that just because he and Livia are heading towards a divorce does not mean they are no longer family or friends.
There are many divorcees who remain on good terms with their former partners.
Besides, it is also better for Cornelius and Cornelia if they are taken care of by two people who like each other enough to co-parent properly.
A thoughtful gift can go a long way, although he is not sure any gift can erase the sting of the missing bracelet.
Really, he has no right to expect a friendship after messing up so badly. He is counting on Livia's graciousness.
That said, friends do not have as much say as spouses do when it comes to one's personal life.
In other words, Raylen is regaining much of the freedom he once sacrificed for a peaceful and stable domestic life.
He is not quite sure what he is going to do with that newfound and not entirely wanted freedom.
He is not without any idea, though.
