Regardless, she had crossed a line and now needed to save herself.

Realizing that nowhere in Eleymond was safe for her now, Sadie knew she had to leave here before Holden discovered everything. She decided to go to a place far away and come back when everything settled down.

Just as she was preparing to flee with her packed bags, she ran into Devin.

Startled by Devin's sudden appearance, Sadie's first instinct was to run away, but it was already too late. The bodyguards Devin had brought quickly surrounded her.

Trying to keep her calm, Sadie managed a forced smile and asked nervously, "Devin, what brings you here? What's happening? Where's Holden?"