Ignoring his expression, Sage responded apathetically, "The Suttons must be satisfied with you to agree to the marriage. Your father is also satisfied with Ms. Sutton. A marriage that is supported by both your families is a good thing.""Do you seriously think the Suttons are good, or do you just want to get rid of me so I won't pester you anymore?" Ian asked lowly. Sage simply said, "A little bit of both, I guess."When he heard that, his eyes noticeably dimmed. "Are you that afraid that I'll affect your relationship with Shane?"As soon as he brought up Shane, she was well aware that this conversation would inevitably lead to an argument. Sage was tired enough that day and didn't want to argue with Ian."I'm heading upstairs," she said coldly. Then, she walked into the lobby without sparing him another glance. Ian didn't move a muscle as he watched her slender figure disappear. In the past, Sage would rush to Holcomb Corporation as soon as she learned that someone wanted to g

After listening to Wendy's demands, Tiana scoffed. "Mr. and Mrs. Tate, are you guys deaf? Or am I not making myself clear enough?" She continued, "I will never get back together with Wilson, and I will never marry into your family again! Also, all those demands of yours? I won't be following any of it! You should save them for someone else!""How dare you!" Wendy's face twisted in anger. Ever since her first confrontation with Tiana, she had never been able to come out on top, and the simmering anger within her had never subsided.Even after Tiana and Wilson divorced, she still didn't have the upper hand. Not only did she get the stink eye from Tiana and her friends, but she even threatened her. Here she was, attempting to give Tiana another chance for her son's sake. Yet, Tiana dared to be so ungrateful!"Tiana Ford, with your conditions, you should be on your knees thanking your lucky stars that you were able to marry Wilson! How dare you talk to us so arrogantly?" Wendy fumed

Her heart felt full as she looked at Calvin's solemn expression and protective demeanor. Over the years, no one else had stood up for her except Sage."It's not about the incident at the mall last time." Tiana gave him a brief rundown on why Larry and Wendy had sought her out and what had happened in the ward."You're saying that they asked you to come over to get back together with Dr. Tate?" Calvin repeated. Tiana nodded."Would you have reconciled with Dr. Tate if he had chosen you just now?" Calvin asked nervously. Without hesitation, she responded, "Of course not."Then, she sighed. "I'm not upset because Dr. Tate didn't choose me. It just feels like everything I've done over the last two years has been for naught."He breathed a silent sigh of relief. "Don't let them get to you, Tiana. It's their loss.""I will cherish you," he thought to himself. Tiana was clearly hurting at the moment, so it would be inappropriate for him to say such things out loud. Plus, it'd look l

Tiana checked her phone and noticed a message from Wilson."Tiana, I'm at the café we went to last time. Could you come over and meet me?"Sage saw the message as well. "Are you going to meet him?"Mulling it over, Tiana said, "Yeah." Even though she had said everything that needed to be said, she believed it was necessary to tell Wilson once more that their relationship was truly over and that she had no desire to maintain any connection with his family. "Do you want me to go with you?" Sage inquired.Tiana shook her head. "I'll be fine on my own."Wilson wasn't the kind who would pick a fight, nor would he go out of his way to make things difficult for her. After throwing on a jacket, Tiana made her way to the café. When she arrived, he was already waiting for her. "Tiana." Wilson greeted her as soon as he spotted her. She nodded at him and took a seat across from him."I ordered your favorite coffee and cake," he said awkwardly.Tiana looked at the Americano and Black

Sage was a little surprised to hear Sandy's soft voice. Beside her stood Matilda. Both of them weren't far away and had probably seen her messing around with Shane. Sage felt a little awkward. Considering the relationship between Shane and Ian, she skipped the introductions and walked over to them. "What a coincidence, Madam Matilda. What brings you two to the zoo today?"Matilda smiled warmly. "Sandy wanted to get out and see the baby animals."Sage nodded. "It's rare for Sandy to want to come out. That's a good thing."Then, she turned around and glanced at Shane. "Madam Matilda, my friend and I have some things to do, so we won't be able to join you. I hope you'll enjoy walking around with Sandy. The environment here is great!""Alright," Matilda responded."Sandy, I'll bring some incense to Holcomb Manor in a few days and play hide-and-seek with you then. I have to go now.""Okay." Sandy's eyes noticeably dimmed, but she nodded obediently.Sage's heart ached a little whe