In the video, Sadie and their daughter, Adele, reveled in an amusement park's joyous embrace. Adele's happiness radiated, the tender bond between mother and daughter palpable.

As he observed this scene, Holden's thoughts returned to the two souls within the hospital room. For the first time, he sensed a surrender to the sway of destiny.

Sadie was Adele's mother, an immutable truth. Even if he harbored ill feelings towards Sadie, he could not callously deny her the right to be with her child.

With a deep sigh, Holden stole one last glance towards the hospital room before turning and walking away.

Sadie desired a wedding. And for Adele's sake, he would cooperate and ensure its success.

Within the restaurant nestled in the heart of the children's amusement park, Sadie, her satisfaction stemming from a video sent to Holden, effortlessly engaged in play alongside Adele.

She would occasionally steal glances toward Shawn, the figure donned in sunglasses, sipping juice, who had shadowed them throughout.

Sadie masked her frustration with a feigned smile, though, in truth, she was exasperated beyond measure.

For the past few days, Shawn had clung to Adele relentlessly, leaving Sadie bereft of respite and a moment to herself.

Her role as a devoted mother spanned the clock's full circle, a continuous obligation that grated on her nerves.

Not to mention that the sight of this impish child was already a source of irritation.

Ever since discovering Holden's use of the dark web to investigate her, Sadie had been plagued by restlessness and anxiety.

In a bid to mend Holden's perception of her, she had chosen to relinquish her film career and remain at Adele's side every day.

Little did she anticipate this metamorphosing into relentless surveillance by the ever-present Shawn.

She maintained a gracious facade, concealing her profound irritation.

Addressing Shawn, she said, “Shawn, you've done enough. It's a beautiful day, and you've remained vigilant. Why don't you return home? I'm Adele's mother, and I can take care of her."

Shawn responded with a smile, stating, "It's quite all right, Miss Pierre. Tending to Adele is my duty. It's not burdensome at all."

Privately, Sadie rolled her eyes, acutely aware of Shawn's unwavering rigidity.

She could only persevere, continuing to masquerade as a loving mother while attending to Adele.

At this moment, her phone buzzed, prompting her to retrieve it.