Once Sadie was gone, the buzz began. “Must be nice, right? Having someone influential in your corner changes everything."

“And with that attitude! But, hey, tying the knot with a Fredrick?

That's hitting the jackpot."

Ariana was nearby, absorbing every word. The idea of Holden with Sadie stirred a whirlpool of feelings inside her.

It felt like she was caught in a never-ending loop. She knew deep down she should steer clear of Holden, no matter how much he reminded her of Theodore.