“Ms. Shear's employment under Kaliyah implies she's quite talented. I'd like her to create the gown for my bride-to-be."

He was asking her to design Millie's wedding dress!

Maggie clenched her hands and managed, “I apologize, but my schedule is full with current commissions. I won't be able to take on your request right now."

"That's fine. We're not in a rush. We can wait until you're available," Sanford responded with a calm voice.

Maggie felt a chill, turning back to glance at him.

His expression was steady, showing no sign of emotion.

He seemed just like any client discussing a service, mentioning what he needed.

But why did he want her to design Millie's dress? Was he unaware of the pain it would cause her to craft a dress for his future wife, watching them celebrate together?

The room was filled with silence. Maggie and Sanford exchanged glances without uttering a word.

In the midst of this, Millie couldn't hold back. “Maggie, why the hesitation? You're not yet a household name, and already you're putting on airs?"

After a brief pause, Maggie replied, “I'm considering my schedule, which is packed for the next six months."

"That's no issue," Sanford interjected without delay.

Maggie's hand clenched tighter, a wave of emotion washing over her.

Meanwhile, Rosalynn was closely watching Sanford, trying to decipher his thoughts. It was clear to her that he hadn't let go of his history with Maggie.

From the moment he had stepped into the room, his attention was fixed on Maggie.

But Rosalynn couldn't wrap her head around why he brought Millie here, especially when he was adamant about getting Maggie to design a wedding dress for Millie.

Was his intention to wound Maggie's feelings? Or perhaps provoke her jealousy?

Stepping away, Rosalynn retrieved her phone and texted Brian.

“Sanford visited Maggie's bridal studio."

Brian promptly returned the call, prompting Rosalynn to step outside to talk.