20. Lady in Red

SADIE

It may sound like a Q & A in a beauty pageant, but I wanted to help. If there was even a tiny thing, I could help make the world a better place, then so be it. I also reminded myself that I was married to a business tycoon. Cenric had money and power, and he was well connected.

So I decided to show up. It was not my first rodeo to attend events like this, but not with the man of the hour.

Earlier today, he sent a makeup artist to make me look like the woman fit to be in his side. So tonight, they would meet the trophy wife of the great Cenric Wollf.

The birthday slash fundraising gala had already begun, and damn, the strapless sweetheart neckline, high slit red floor-length evening gown in crystals and sequins was eye-catching. It was created in sophistication and class. Added to that, the diamond set around my neck and teardrop earring gave me a Grace Kelly vibe. I also put on my engagement ring and wedding band he returned.

I’d already mastered a different kind of smile b