Sadie watched as Holden strolled away without a single glance her way.

She shouted after him, but he kept on walking.

Feeling a rush of helplessness, Sadie stomped the floor in annoyance.

Even with all his gestures, like getting her a wedding dress or lavishing her with gifts, Sadie knew the truth. Holden's affection wasn't for her but for Adele.

She wasn't just after his gifts or his endorsements. She yearned for Holden to be truly present at their wedding, to genuinely want it.