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.

moment the liquid scorched her throat, a fierce burning sensation erupted, sending her into a fit of violent coughing. Her body bent over in response, hands clutching

as she delicately covered her mouth with a

concern washing over his features. “Are you alright, Sadie?” he asked

Words failed her as the turmoil churned

such a spectacle? What are you trying to prove? Are you challenging me?” Platt’s expression darkened, his displeasure

atmosphere in the private room grew thick with tension, the air charged with an

doors to

turned apologetically toward Platt. “Mr. Crawford, I’m truly sorry for this lapse. It seems I

shifting to one of stern reproach. “Miss Hudson, what has gotten into you today? You’ve never behaved this way before. Quickly, apologize to Mr. Crawford—he’s one of our key clients!” Her words cut through the silence, sharp and accusatory, piercing

as she caught the flicker of smug satisfaction dancing in Kyla’s eyes. With a cold, mocking sneer, Sadie

that instantly wiped the smugness off Kyla’s

state, Sadie pushed herself to her feet. She knew she needed to leave—now more

out of the private

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