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.

burning sensation erupted, sending her into a fit of violent coughing. Her body bent over in response, hands clutching the edge of the table for support, her posture a

exclaimed, her voice thick with mock concern as she delicately covered her mouth with a slender hand, her eyes twinkling maliciously. “Is that truly the extent of your

“Are you alright, Sadie?” he asked gently, his

Words failed her as the turmoil

drink and then cause such a spectacle? What are you trying to prove? Are you challenging me?” Platt’s expression

thick with tension, the air charged with an

doors to

truly sorry for this lapse. It seems I haven’t disciplined my team well enough. Please, don’t take it to

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

herself. She raised her pale face, eyes narrowing as she caught the flicker of smug satisfaction dancing in Kyla’s eyes. With a cold, mocking sneer, Sadie retorted, “Kyla, is this the best you can do—resorting

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

flustered state, Sadie pushed herself to her feet. She knew she needed

shaky steps, she made her way out of the private room, each step

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