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“Oh,” Ivy whispered, staggering at the pain in her heart, behind and stomach. Silas reached her before she could fall, holding her steady. He hugged her tightly. “So sorry to deliver the news like that,” he mumbled against her ear.
Ivy closed her eyes to the pain, trying to send it away, but it was too much and it hurt. She couldn’t believe it. Her father had shared her publicly.
“I want to see it,” she said.
“Huh?” Silas was surprised.
“I want to see the article,” Ivy said, trying her hardest to keep the pain from her voice.
Silas nodded, quickly pulling his phone from his pocket. He scrolled for a moment before handing it to her.
Ivy took it, her hand shaking slightly. As she scanned the phone, her eyes caught the bold headline:
PATRICK SCOTT DISOWNS DAUGHTER, IVY SCOTT, BARELY 24 HOURS AFTER
WEDDING TO BILLIONAIRE SILAS STONE,
She gasped, covering her mouth in disbelief. Not only had her father granted an interview saying all that in a video, but Cole had also released his statement, dissociating himself from her.
“That’s enough,” Silas said, taking the phone gently away from her.
She collapsed in his arms, her heart shattering. It was official. She was no longer Ivy Scott. And when her contract with Silas was over, she would be a complete nobody.
Silas ran a comforting hand down her back, but she was determined not to cry. She could understand her father’s reason, but Cole?
When did her brother become cold–hearted like their father? After everything they’d been through together?
She remembered their conversation, and the memory replaced all her pain with anger.
“I’m going to see him,” she said, her voice firm even though she was boiling inside.
Silas was surprised as he looked her in the eyes. “Are you sure?”
“Yes,” she nodded. “I have some unfinished business with both of them.”
Silas observed her for a moment before letting her go. “I understand,” he finally said. ” But you’re not going alone, Bud will drive you there”
“Thank you,” she smiled.
Successfully unlocked!
“You need an aspirin for the pain. Come, Monica will get you something.” Silas said, leading her towards the stairs,
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She had almost forgotten about the pain in her stomach. She followed Silas and held
the railing for support.
“Monica,” Silas called.
“Yes sir,” Monica replied instantly.
“Get Ivy some aspirin,” he instructed.
After a while, Monica returned with aspirin and a glass of water. She popped two tablets into Ivy’s hand and handed her the water.
Ivy swallowed the pills, downing it with some water. “Thank you.”
“I think you should rest a while before going,” Silas said, looking at her with concern.
“No, I’ll go now. The distance is quite far. I’ll be fine,” Ivy said.
“Alright then,” Silas said. “Let’s go.”
He helped her outside, where Bud was waiting in the car. Silas opened the door and helped her in.
“Be safe,” Silas said, waving. “Call me.”
Ivy waved back as Bud started the car. She gave Bud the directions to her fathers house, and leaned into the seat, feeling a little better. She was angry and she couldn’t wait to unleash it.
Some moments passed before Bud announced. “We’re here, ma’am.”
Ivy stepped out of the car, anxiety washing over her. She was here–at the house she had spent her childhood in. Nostalgia hit her unexpectedly.
“Thank you, Bud,” she said. “Find a place to park the car”
“Alright,” Bud said.
Ivy headed for the gate. She pressed the intercom, announcing her presence. The small door opened, and the first person she saw was Geoffrey.
“Ivy!” Geoffrey exclaimed, running to her.
“Geo!” Ivy exclaimed, hugging him.
At only nineteen years, he was already taller than her. Geo was an orphan her father had found nine years ago. Patrick had accommodated him, and even her late mother had loved him.
“What are you doing here? You know your dad would be angry when he sees you,” Geo said with concern.
The nerves disappeared almost immediately at Geo’s question, making Ivy angry again. “I came to see him.”
Geo’s lips pursed. “Are you sure?”
She nodded. “Where is he?”
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“He’s in his office,” Geo said just as Bud joined them. He gave Bud a skeptical look.
“My bodyguard,” Ivy replied, before he could ask. “I’ll see you later, Geo,” she said, making her way inside.
Ivy’s stomach knotted as she entered the house with Bud following. This house held all of her fondest childhood memories, including memories of her mother. It had been so long since she had been there–almost two years ago.
She nodded at the household staff, some she knew, others she didn’t. She climbed upstairs towards her father’s office. She knew this house by heart–she could walk blindfolded into any room.
When she reached his office, she turned to Bud. “Wait here,” she instructed, then knocked on the door.
“Come in.”
Ivy took a deep breath and entered. The room still looked the same, except for the walls which were newly painted. Her father was at his desk, his head buried in his work. But when he lifted his head, a frown creased on his face.
“What are you doing here?”
“Why would you do such a thing?” Ivy demanded, moving closer to his desk. “I’m your only daughter-”
“Not my only child,” he interrupted harshly. “And now I’m daughterless. Now leave.”
She ignored him, her heart arching with pain. “What did I ever do to you?”
Patrick stood up, anger in his eyes. “You failed as a daughter! Since you got married to that dumbass, giving him your inheritance, you failed!”
“But Mom did the same to you!” Ivy blurted out. “Mom gave you her inheritance! She gave you her life’s work!”
Something dangerous glinted in Patrick’s eyes as he slammed his desk, causing Ivy to flinch. “How dare you compare me with that loser? I made the companies better! What did he do for you?”
“Fine. I made a mistake with Mason, but it was a gamble. I wouldn’t have known he’d turn out to be like that,” Ivy explained, her voice wavering. “I’m trying to make it right. You didn’t have to publicly dis-”
“By marrying a cheater again?” Patrick interrupted again.
She blinked. “What?”
“Oh, you didn’t know?” Patrick sneered. “Your so–called new husband was banging his ex–girlfriend on your wedding day. The disgrace is all over the news.”
Ivy got weak with his words. Her heart raced. Did Silas actually sleep with Aaliyah. yesterday?
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Before she could process it, Cole was in the room.
“Get her out of here,” Patrick ordered. “You are no longer a Scott. The next time you barge into my house, you’re going to jail!”
Cole bundled Ivy out of the room, carrying her by the stomach that hurt. Bud
approached them, and an argument ensued.
She was in pain to even complain, but she heard their noise. A small hand touched her face.
“Ivy?”
She recognized the voice. It was the housekeeper. “Mabel.”
“Oh, dear child. Why did you come?” Mabel asked, helping her slowly to her feet.
Ivy stood up, steading her breath. A moment later, she felt slightly better.
Bud rushed to her side. “Are you alright, ma’am?”
Ivy nodded. “Yes.”
Cole approached, pulling Mabel away from Ivy. “You and your dog should better leave while you still can.”
“I can’t believe you,” Ivy said, finding her voice. “I can’t believe you’ve changed, Cole!”
“I didn’t. You did!” he snapped. “You changed the instant you got married to the family
responsible for our mother’s death.”
“Your claims are wrong,” she said firmly. “And I’ll prove it. Let’s go, Bud.”
Before Cole could push her again, Ivy stormed out of her father’s house.
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