On their second anniversary, Sadie almost tells her husband Noah she’s pregnant until a phone call pulls him away. Minutes later, she sees news of him warmly greeting his ex at the airport. Heartbroken and unsure of her place in his life, Sadie must decide: will she fight for her marriage… or finally choose herself?
“You…” Isabel, overwhelmed with fury, struggled to find words. Sadie gently tugged at Alex’s sleeve, signaling him with a shake of her head. She was tired of the endless disputes with these two women. “Let’s leave,” she whispered softly. Alex gave her a meaningful look but remained silent, escorting her as they turned to depart.…
The following morning, a knock sounded at the studio door. “Sadie, someone from the Lawrence Group is here,” an employee informed her. Taken aback for a moment, Sadie quickly rose, adjusted her clothing, took a deep breath, and opened the door. A man in a sharp suit and gold-rimmed glasses stood at the threshold, a…
With a calm expression, the doctor removed his mask and replied, “She’s not seriously injured. The shock and fear caused her to faint. We’ve treated the wound on her forehead. She needs rest now.” A sense of relief washed over Noah. “Thank you, doctor.” He pushed open the hospital room door and approached Sadie’s bedside,…
The drive back was smooth, with Sadie holding Averi, resting against the seat, fatigued but relieved. As soon as the car pulled into the driveway, Sadie’s phone rang. “Miss Hudson, I have great news!” Pierre Ballard, Sadie’s assistant, could hardly contain his excitement. “The online rumors have completely subsided. Everyone now believes Byrum was solely…
Kyla was there, casually browsing through some documents. She was dressed in a pale-yellow suit that accentuated her flawless skin and elegant demeanor. Upon hearing the door, Kyla looked up. When she spotted Sadie, her expression stiffened, and the documents she held tumbled to the floor. “You…” Kyla started, her voice laced with surprise and…
They came to a stop outside a trendy bistro, and Noah escorted Sadie through its doors. Inside, the restaurant radiated elegance, its soft lighting enveloping the space in a cozy ambiance. They were led by a server to a window-side table where menus awaited them. Noah promptly ordered from memory, choosing dishes Sadie once adored,…
Alex remained still, watching them until they vanished down the hallway, then he slowly walked away. The next morning, Sadie inhaled deeply and entered the Wall Group building. The receptionist welcomed her and pointed her toward the HR department. There, the HR manager, impeccably dressed, greeted her with a smile that didn’t quite warm her…
Relieved, Samuel turned to leave, but Noah’s voice halted him. “Wait.” Samuel’s heart skipped a beat. Had he overlooked something? He turned back cautiously, his voice respectful. “Mr. Wall, is there anything else?” “The branch office in Amberhollow is negotiating a deal. They need someone with legal expertise,” Noah stated, his tone neutral. He paused…
A sudden chill ran through Sadie. That place… Sadie maintained a composed expression, feigning nonchalance as she inquired, “What’s wrong with Amberhollow? It’s just another project.” Tina gave her a knowing look, leaning in and whispering mysteriously, “That Amberhollow project is notorious for being a tough assignment! Many companies have struggled there. And now Mr.…
“The finance department will handle your settlements,” he stated dismissively before turning and striding away. Jordyn watched his retreating figure, releasing a relieved sigh. But then a thought struck her. Sadie was once Noah’s secretary. His evident concern seemed unusual. Why would he care so much? Suddenly, Jordyn remembered a rumor she had once heard-that…