Another week went by, and Shea's funeral took place in a certain five-star hotel.

According to her dying wish, her family had only invited their closest family members and friends.

Hayden had hurried back three days ago and had been devastated that he had not had the chance to say goodbye to Shea.

The last time he had spoken to Shea had been during the New Year's celebration.

Shea had come up to him and had talked to him about his career, marriage, and family.

Hayden had not known that that was to be his last conversation with Shea.

Though he had seen Shea during Layla's wedding, he had been too preoccupied with entertaining the guests and had not been able to say much to Shea.

After the ceremony, Shea's body was to be sent for cremation.

Hayden pressed his hands against the coffin, refusing to let them take her away.

Avery tapped him on the shoulder and signaled for him to let go.

"Let her rest in peace, Hayden," Wesley said. "She said that she had already said her goodbyes