Given the tense air, Sadie knew better than to push.

She was well aware of his sharp instincts and feared sparking any undue suspicion.

“Just don’t forget to drink it. Look after yourself, okay?” she urged, placing the glass on the table.

Holden gave a brief nod, and Sadie made her exit.

Making her way to her room, Sadie swiftly called the mysterious number from Holden’s phone.

Ready to confront the caller, she was taken aback when, after only two rings, the call ended.

did they think they were, refusing to

Her patience wore thin.

tried again, but just like before, the call was

looking at his smart watch, grumbled, “Must be a scam. Mom always warned me about answering

mother’s

for some

gadget

grappled with her rising

to keep women close, and anyone who dared

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