Chapter: 915

Holden’s response was a silence that spoke volumes, his head unmoving, his brows furrowing ever so slightly. Yet, he didn’t reject her touch, nor did he push her away.

In the wake of his reaction, Sadie blinked back tears, her voice taking on a pitiful tone. “Are you mad at me?” After a pause, she continued, her words a mix of apology and yearning, “I‘m sorry, it’s all my fault. Can you forgive me this time?”

But even as her words flowed, her hands continued to explore Holden’s form, fingers intentionally brushing against his abdomen.

Observing Holden’s unyielding silence, Sadie closed the distance between them. Her expression was a blend of vulnerability and allure as she squatted before him, her gaze Lifting to meet his.

Her eyes, still slightly reddened from tears, held a helpless plea as they locked onto Holden’s.

Her hands found purchase on his knees, her posture revealing the graceful Line of her neck and shoulder.

scrutiny sending Sadie’s heart into a sprint. Her fingers reached out tentatively,

wrist, tugging her into an embrace that erased the space between them. The scent of alcohol

his proximity undeniable. His

Sadie, a triumphant feeling took root, her flirtations

neck, anticipation of a kiss hanging between

very moment when anticipation peaked, when the kiss seemed inevitable, Holden shattered the moment, slapping a piece of paper onto her face. His

the paper. The very check she had handed over to the nanny just moments ago lay before her

upon her heart, and a cold sweat

seeking solace in the

mishap, so I had to dismiss her. Yet, she was a loyal presence, nurturing us over time. Hence, I granted her a private compensation. I implore you not to be aggrieved by this Lapse born

his frigid gaze scrutinizing Sadie’s soul. Then, after an eternity of contemplation, his voice pierced the tension. “Attend to your

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