Chapter 19

Wilson's outrageous prenuptial agreement sent shockwaves through their circles. Nothing like it had ever been seen before. Overnight, everyone knew just how deeply Wilson loved Ivanna. Some said Ivanna's luck was unmatched. Though she'd lost her childhood sweetheart, fate had given her someone even better. … Back at home, Lydia followed every article and headline. Each new report about Wilson's devotion gnawed at her until her teeth hurt from grinding. When she saw the news about him spending a fortune on a necklace for Ivanna, she hurled her phone across the room with a violent crack. The noise startled the maid waiting outside her door. "What is it?" Lydia snapped, breathing heavily. "Mr. Cross... Mr. Cross said he won't be home for dinner tonight," the maid stammered. It was the fourth day now. Ever since Ivanna's engagement banquet, Adrian hadn't once sat down for a meal at home. He'd just stumble home in the middle of the night, reeking of alcohol. Most nights, he was