Blimey, My Kid's the Heir to the Billionaire Boss!

Sadie was chillin' in her room after breakfast, just reading and taking it easy. Annika and Arya crashed in the guest room, while Jessica and Aurora hung out with Sadie.

Before they knew it, the day turned into evening. Annika and Arya, all refreshed from their naps, joined Sadie just as Barbara rolled in with dinner and a fancy bottle of red wine. "Joe's not back yet?" Sadie asked, barely looking up from her book.

"Nope, Ms. James," Barbara said, all respectful. "He's got a lot on his plate today. Might be back late."

"Really? What's the deal?" Sadie asked, swirling her wine glass like a pro.

"Press conference this afternoon, and he's gotta entertain some big shots tonight. Plus, he's gotta see some folks off at the airport," Barbara explained.

"Oh," Sadie nodded. "Makes sense. Postponing the wedding's a big deal."

"This wine's from Grapetown Heights. Have some more; it'll help you sleep," Barbara suggested.

"Thanks," Sadie smiled. "You can go now."

"Yes, ma'am," Barbara said and left.

"Hey, when Joe gets back, tell him to come see me," Sadie reminded her.

Barbara paused, and the maid next to her nodded, "Got it, Ms. James."

Once they were gone, Sadie gave a nod, and Jessica and Aurora started testing the food and wine.

Turns out, the wine had something like a sleeping pill in it. Made you drowsy.

Sadie couldn't help but think back to that night at the Grapetown Heights winery. She'd skipped Barbara's water and just had a sip of wine, but still ended up super tired and crashed on the sofa before Joe even left. That's when she realized the wine was spiked. Barbara had pulled this stunt before.

Sadie signaled Jessica and Aurora to keep the evidence, then started eating.

Joe finally stumbled in around ten, looking pretty hammered. Barbara rushed to greet him, "Joe, you're back."

"Yeah," Joe slurred. "Mom and Dad are still with the guests. I came home first. Where's Sadie?"

"You're beat. Let me help you to your room," Barbara said, trying to steer him away, but the maid remembered Sadie's orders and piped up, "Mr. Louis, Ms. James said..."

"Shut it," Barbara snapped, shooting the maid a death glare. "Joe's drunk. He needs to rest. Don't bother him."

The maid clammed up.

"I need to see Sadie," Joe mumbled, heading upstairs, but Barbara tried to pull him back, "Joe, you're drunk. Let me help you wash up first. You don't wanna see Ms. James like this." "Oh, right," Joe muttered. He didn't wanna look like a mess in front of Sadie, so he didn't fight it.

They were about to head to his room when Sadie stepped out, "Joe!"

Joe stopped and turned, "Sadie!"

"Joe," Barbara tried to hold him back but couldn't.

"I was just coming to find you," Joe said, stumbling into Sadie's room. "Talked to Mom and Dad today. They won't give you a hard time. I'll stay home with you tomorrow." "Okay," Sadie replied, giving Barbara a look.

Barbara looked at Joe with a mix of emotions. When she met Sadie's eyes, she quickly looked away.

"Sadie, I missed you so much," Joe's voice was soft.

"Here, have some water," Sadie said, handing him a glass.

"I knew you cared," Joe murmured, hugging Sadie.

Just then, Jessica and Aurora came out of the room, and as the door opened, Barbara saw the whole scene.