Chapter 31

Chapter 31:

With a shaky hand, Sadie reached for the bottle and poured herself half a glass of wine. Normally, wine was a familiar comfort, but tonight, with the flutter of nerves in her stomach and the knowledge of her pregnancy, it felt like a betrayal.

The scrutinizing eyes of the onlookers burned into her, spotlighting her every move.

Kyla watched from across the room, her chin propped on her entwined fingers, a sly smirk curving her lips. Her eyes sparkled with mockery, enjoying the unfolding drama with a predatory glee.

A deep crease formed on Mack’s forehead as he paused, clearly torn on whether to speak.

Platt, however, watched with anticipation, as if waiting for the main event to begin.

Under the intense scrutiny of those around her, Sadie drew a deep, steadying breath and tipped the glass back, the wine disappearing in a single, determined gulp.

violent coughing. Her body bent over in response, hands clutching the edge of the table for support, her posture a stark display of

her mouth with a slender hand, her eyes

features. “Are you alright, Sadie?”

her hand, a feeble attempt to dismiss their concern. Words failed

simply said so. But to drink and then cause such a spectacle? What are you trying to

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with an uneasy giggle, then turned apologetically toward Platt. “Mr. Crawford, I’m truly sorry for this

demeanor shifting to one of stern reproach. “Miss Hudson, what has gotten into you today? You’ve never behaved this

caught the flicker of smug

carried a chilling undertone that instantly wiped the smugness off Kyla’s face. Kyla, taken aback, struggled

Kyla’s flustered state, Sadie pushed herself to her feet. She knew she needed to leave—now

out of the private room, each step echoing her resolve to escape

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