?Chapter 122:


    K fixed her with a stern look. “I’ve made myself clear. Stay away from Noah,” she said, her voice sharp. “If you don’t, I’ll sabotage your n.”


    A chill ran through Sadie as she realized K meant what she said. She clenched her jaw tightly. “I’m going to leave the country, and get as far away as possible.”


    A triumphant smile yed on K’s lips. “That’s excellent.”


    Once K left, Sadie inhaled deeply, struggling to calm the storm of feelings within her, and picked up the phone to call Alex.


    “Alex, could you book a ne ticket for me? I need to depart after the Maple Group CEO’s wedding anniversary event tomorrow night,” she said with forced calmness, though her voice quivered slightly.


    “The anniversary event? When does it start, and where is it happening?” Alex asked.


    “It’s set for eight in the evening at the Pearl Hotel,” Sadie responded quickly, thinking about her escape n.


    “Understood. I’ll take care of it. Stay safe,” Alex replied, concern evident in his voice.


    “I will,” Sadie answered, hanging up the phone with a sense of reassurance. She now had a way out.


    The next day, Noah came back from work sooner than usual. A housemaid ascended the stairs to inform Sadie that she was needed downstairs.


    Sadie didn’t refuse. She felt eerily calm.


    With each moment closer to her departure, she became moreposed.


    As she descended the stairs slowly, her steps were light yet resolute. In the living room, Noah was perched on the sofa, a document in hand, and a look of weariness etched on his face.


    On the dining tabley two beautifully wrapped gift boxes, theirvish packaging screaming luxury.


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    As she approached the table, Sadie’s eyesnded on the gift boxes, her mind clouded with confusion.


    “What are these?” she inquired gently, her voiceced with curiosity.


    Noah raised his eyes, his expression aplex tapestry of emotions, difficult to read.


    “They are a dress and shoes for you,” he exined, his voice steady. “Put them onter.” He paused before continuing, “You mustn’t bring shame upon the Wall family.”


    Without a word of protest, Sadie lifted the gift boxes and began ascending the stairs.


    From below, Noah observed her lithe form vanish around the bend of the staircase, a sense of unease tightening in his chest.


    This was uncharacteristic of Sadie; she was unusually calm today. K, her heels clicking assertively, sauntered toward Noah, her lips curved in a seductive smile.


    “Noah,” she cooed, gracefully linking her arm with his. “I’d love to apany you to the anniversary celebration tonight.”


    Noah responded absentmindedly with a simple, “Hmm,” his thoughts still lingering on Sadie’s unusual behavior.


    “Would you join me to choose a dress?” K pleaded, tugging at his sleeve.


    With a hint of irritation, Noah replied, “I’ll have the driver give you a ride.”


    K paused, taken aback, then nodded herpliance.


    She knew about the dress Noah had gotten for Sadie.


    Yet, after tonight, Sadie would vanish without a trace.


    Then, no one would rival her.


    Watching K walk away, Noah massaged his temples and made his way to his study.


    Having changed into the attire provided by Noah, Sadie observed herself in the mirror.


    The deep red gown made herplexion glow, its fine cut enhancing her elegant silhouette.


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