Chapter 160 Sadie's POV After I made the evidence public , the weight in my chest finally lifted . " Grandma and Uncle saw the spark return to my eyes and let out long , relieved sighs . " " That's my girl , " Grandma said , her voice trembling as she gently cupped my face . Her eyes were full of pride . " You're finally facing everything head - on . " } Uncle also stepped forward and pulled me into a light hug . " " Sadie , you've been through hell , " he said softly . " But from now on , you have us . Anyone who's ever hurt you will pay for it . " To celebrate my " rebirth " and to show the world the true power of our family , Grandma decided to throw a grand comeback party in my honor . " This time , " she declared , " we'll make sure everyone knows that you're back . And the people who once looked down on you will watch you rise higher than they ever dreamed . " } On the day of the event , the entire estate glittered with lights and luxury . Global elites flooded in : royalty , politicians , business tycoons , and renowned artists . It was a night fit for a queen . " I wore a moon - white gown that flowed like mist across the marble floors . My long hair was elegantly pinned up , revealing the curve of my neck . My eyes were steady, clear . " Once , I'd been the hidden wife of Denton , tucked away in the shadows . But not anymore . " Sadie , I'd like to introduce someone , " Uncle said , smiling . " This is Prince Alejandro Ruiz of the Spanish royal family , the sole heir to a centuries - old title . " I looked up . The man before me had soft , wavy chestnut hair and deep blue eyes . His sharp features looked like they'd been carved from marble , and his aura radiated nobility . " Ms. Middleton , " he said , offering his hand with a slight bow . His voice was low , smooth , and magnetic . " It's an honor to finally meet you . Your beauty and brilliance are known around the world . " " You're too kind , Prince Alejandro ," I replied politely , shaking his hand . " It's a pleasure to meet you as well . " } From that moment on , he rarely left my side . When the ball began , he offered me the first dance . " He led me to the center of the dance floor . As the graceful waltz played , we moved in sync . Then , just as the music swelled , he suddenly stopped . His eyes locked onto mine , deep , warm , intense . " Sadie , " he said , his voice gentle and sincere , yet steady enough for me to hear every word , " From the first time I saw you on the news , I was drawn to your strength , grace , and the fire in you . I've read your story , your talent , your pain . And I admire not just your resilience , but the light you never let them take from you . " " Then , right there in the middle of the ballroom , he dropped to one knee and pulled out a velvet box . Inside was a breathtaking diamond ring . " " Sadie , will you marry me ? I swear on everything I am , I will protect you , love you , and never let you suffer another day in your life . " The room fell into stunned silence . " All eyes were on us . I stood frozen , speechless , as I hadn't expected this , not here , not now . And just beyond the crowd , at the edge of the dance floor , Denton and Melanie were watching.N Uncle had intentionally invited them as representatives of the Francis Corporation . Denton had come , hoping to salvage some shred of dignity . But from the moment he stepped foot into the estate , he realized just how wrong he'd been . Everything here was beyond what he could imagine . And me , the woman he once belittled and buried , I now stood at the center of it all , glowing and unshaken . He had never seen this version of me before : strong , serene , and proud . & But the final blow came when he saw Prince Alejandro kneel and profess his love . It hit him like a brick to the chest , so hard he couldn't breathe . & " No , this can't be , " he muttered , his face pale , fists clenched . He had never imagined that the woman who once obeyed him without question would one day shine brighter than anyone, Kay's Grae Berate Their Porn 1/3 5064 P standing at a prince's side , being proposed to in front of the world . " " Sadie ! " he suddenly roared and charged toward the dance floor . But Melanie grabbed his arm in panic . " " Denton , are you crazy ?! You can't ! This is the Middletons ' territory ! " she hissed , eyes wide with fear . \