Book 4: Estelle’s Desperation

Sydney's POV

Killian didn’t follow me to my room. It upset me a lot. If he regretted his behavior, he should have put in more effort to convince me. Yet Estelle threw a tantrum upon learning about his connection to me. It diverted everyone’s attention, and I escaped from the place. I had no idea why everyone tolerated her tantrums. 

As I closed the door, I heard Estelle console him. 

“She doesn’t need you in her life, Killian. She’s a famous designer now after her stint at the PFW. Maybe the fame and money have blinded her. Some people can’t appreciate feelings. But I’m not like her. I’ll lay down my life for true love! Will you divorce Sydney?” 

I shut the door and leaned against it, not waiting to hear Killian’s reply. Closing my eyes, I tried to get a grip on myself. No, I wouldn’t react at all. Tristan and Charlotte have done a lot for me. I couldn’t hurt them. Yet my heart ached for the unrequited feelings I kept hidden de