"What? That's not what you told me when you gave it to me!"

Zayden's face darkened instantly, cursing inwardly at Sadie's foolishness. With a stern expression, he snapped, "Zip it!"

Meanwhile, Holden remained composed. Looking at them, he said calmly, “We're all part of the Fredrick family, and I am not looking for trouble. I can grant your wish. You two can be together from now on."

Having said that, Holden paid no mind to Zayden's escalating displeasure. Instead, he directed his attention to Sadie.

Before Holden could speak, Sadie, terrified, shook her head, stepping back. "No, Holden, you can't do this. I'm Adele's mother, for heaven's sake! Forgive me. I did it under duress. You're the only one I love. He was just a balm for my loneliness. Please, Holden, I can't lose you!"