Brenda was awash with anxiety, her mind a whirlwind of uncertainty. In response to her distress, Sadie's voice came through, steady and reassuring, "I'm here. I'll be right there.""Very well, Miss Roth. It's quite windy tonight, don't forget your jacket," the butler chimed in, his voice a comforting note of normalcy."Understood, thank you." Sadie's reply was strained, her body fighting against the sickness that had taken hold. She forced herself to sit upright, her complexion pale and her skin slick with sweat. The nosebleed, at least, had stopped. "Miss, perhaps it's best if you stay in," Brenda suggested, rushing to support her charge. "You're clearly unwell.""I'm alright, the pain has subsided," Sadie insisted, summoning a burst of energy. "Fetch me a change of clothes from my room. These ones are stained with blood.""Of course, I'll be right back," Brenda responded, hurrying upstairs. In her absence, Sadie made use of Brenda's bathroom, washing away the remnants of her ordeal. Brenda returned promptly, bearing a comfortable long skirt and a small cardigan. After changing, Sadie summoned her remaining strength and made her way outside."Mommy." The voice of Micah and the children greeted her, their attention momentarily diverted from their farewell to Mr. Clemens Senior.

Upon seeing Sadie, the children rushed over, their small hands tugging at her. "Where did you go? Why didn't you play with us?"

"Mommy was just discussing something with Brenda," Sadie replied, her face breaking into a smile. "Are you having fun?""Yes!" The three children eagerly began to recount their recent game.Sadie's headache returned, a dull throb at the base of her skull, but she bore it with a smile."Alright, don't bother your Mommy." Micah intervened, noticing Sadie's pallor. "Great-grandpa is leaving. Go say goodbye to Great-grandpa!"The children hurried over to bid Mr. Clemens Senior farewell, their voices a chorus of youthful enthusiasm."Great-grandpa, will you come back tomorrow?""Silly, tomorrow is Mommy and Daddy's wedding. Of course, I'll be there," they were reassured."But after the wedding, will you still come and eat with us?""We'll see each other tomorrow at the church. Goodnight, children!" Mr. Clemens Senior waved them off with a warm smile."Goodnight, Great-grandpa," the children echoed obediently."Take care, Mr. Clemens Senior," Sadie called out, attempting to walk over to Mr. Clemens Senior him. Her legs gave way beneath her, and she stumbled. Micah was quick to catch her, turning to Mr. Clemens Senior, "Rest well!""Go inside, Sadie," Mr. Clemens Senior instructed, "Don't let your thoughts wander. Embrace the peace of a bride-to-be."His words were comforting, and Sadie felt a surge of gratitude.

"Thank you, Grandpa Clemens!" Sadie said. After all the hurdles they'd faced, Mr. Clemens Senior had finally accepted her. She was determined to hold onto this hard-won happiness."Goodbye, children. See you tomorrow!" Mr. Clemens Senior waved one last time as he departed. "Goodbye, Great-grandpa, see you tomorrow!"

Then, Micah instructed the maids to take the children to their rooms. Despite their protests and pleas for one last hug from Sadie, Micah was firm. "Your Mommy is tired. You can hug her tomorrow. Now, off to bed."Mia was visibly disappointed but obediently followed the maids. Noah, however, lingered, his eyes filled with concern. "Mommy, you don't look well. Are you okay?""I'm just a little tired," Sadie managed to say, her voice strained. "Go to sleep now."Noah followed the maids, but not before casting one last worried glance back at his mother. Nathan, on the other hand, was blissfully unaware of the tension, his mind focused on his own discomfort. "Move aside. I have a stomach ache. I ate too much ice cream today."His declaration sent the maids into fits of laughter, and even Sadie couldn't help but chuckle. But the moment of levity was short-lived as another wave of dizziness hit her, causing her to stumble.Micah was quick to catch her, his voice filled with worry. "What's wrong? Is the poison acting up again?""No, not this time," Sadie managed to say."What do you mean, 'not this time'?" Micah scooped her up in his arms, his voice filled with urgency. "Prepare the car. We're going to the hospital!"

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