Chapter 19 " What the hell ? " Ivy muttered as she made her way back to her room , seriously unsettled . Fine , she had attacked Silas with that accusation , but that didn't give him the right to throw her out like that When she finally reached her room , she slumped into her bed , her emotions all over the place If Thomas was truly behind her mother's demise , why had Cole and their father waited so long to tell her ? Had they taken legal action against him ?

Were these accusations even real , or were they just trying to manipulate her choices ? She wasn't sure anymore . Doubt poked at her curiosity , melding with her pain . And Silas ? She didn't even know what to think . Was he lying ? Or he simply didn't know his brother as much as he thought he did . Ivy sighed aloud , exhausted by her thoughts . She picked up her phone and dialed Cole's number , hoping he had answers that could pur her at ease .

But Cole didn't pick up , and her doubt intensified . She needed to find out if Thomas was truly responsible for her mother's death - with or without Silas's approval . She picked up the file , went through it , saw that Silas had made the changes and signed . She stripped out of the golden gown , ready to end the exhausting day . After a long , warm bath, Ivy retired for the night .

The next morning , waking up to a bouquet of flowers and a pink diamond necklace that spelled her name outside her door did little to calm her nerves or improve her impression of Silas . She picked up the lilies and examined the attached card . It read : I'm sorry . - Silas . The gesture made her blush as she placed the bags on the table in her room before heading downstairs . " Oh , you're all ready , " Silas said as she descended the stairs .

He was dressed in a navy green shirt , standing at the bottom of the stairs . She wore a yellow gown , her brown hair tied neatly behind her ears . " Yes , I am ," " she said softly . " How was y your night ? " Silas asked , a glint of guilt in his eyes . She tucked invisible hair behind her ear . " Good , " she murmured . " Breakfast ? I'm sure Bethany made something delicious , " Silas said , and without waiting for her response , he led the way .

Ivy rolled her eyes but followed him , wondering why he was acting like yesterday didn't happen . The dining room was grand , with a long table set with antique plates and cutlery . " Welcome to the dining room , " Silas smiled . " I don't think I've given you a house tour yet ? " No , not yet , " Ivy shook her head as she pulled out a chair . Silas pulled a chair opposite her and sat . " One of these days , I will . " His deep voice sent a shiver down her spine .

His eyes lingered on her , causing her to flash uncontrollably . Luckily , the door opened , and an older woman entered , pushing a trolley loaded with food . " Good morning , Mr. Stone , " the woman smiled . " Morning , Bethany , " Silas replied warmly . " Good morning . Mrs. Stone , " Bethany smiled at Ivy . " I'm the cook of the house . " " Oli , nice ce to meet you , Bethany ." Ivy smiled . Beilmy nodded and pulled the trolley closer to her . " I hope you love bacon , ma'am ?

" she asked , setting the food in front of them . " I've made some candied bacon , poached eggs , brioche toast , and a black truffle sauce , with strawberries on the side " 1/3 Chapter 19 As Bethany went on . Ivy's stomach growled loudly , making her flush " Excuse me ," she said , embarrassed . Silas chuckled . " She didn't have dinner last - we didn't eat he trailed off . " There's plenty to go round , " Bethany smiled . " I hope you enjoy it . " " I'm sure I will . " Ivy smiled sheepishly .

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Bethany nodded , leaving the room with the trolley Once they were alone , Ivy dugged into the meal as though she hadn't eaten in days , savoring each bite . " Did you like the gifts ? " Silas asked hesitantly . Ivy felt heat on her cheeks again as she glanced up . " Yes , thank you , " she said softly, continuing to chew . He returned to his food without a word . Moments later , he spoke again . " I apologize for yesterday .

It was wrong of me to assume you were talking to Mason without hearing your side of the story . " ivy stayed silent , reaching for her glass of water . " I may have struck a nerve , and I'm sorry for that ," he continued . " But my rules still remain . You'll not see him without my permission . I don't want him filling your head with terrible things about Thomas " Ivy wanted to laugh at his ignorance . Silas thought Mason had something to do with her questions last night .

She wanted to say something , but instead she smiled , with a forkful of candied bacon in her mouth . " It's okay . I understand . " She was going to be more cautious around Silas until she was certain he didn't know about Thomas's involvement . She was going to find out more on her own . Silas seemed surprised by her response . " You … you're okay with that ." " I apologize for coming at you like that , " Ivy gave a disarming smile . " I'm sorry . " Silas scoffed with relief .

" Apology accepted , " he said , raising his glass of water . " To us - no more fighting ." " No more fighting ." Ivy laughed , clinking her glass with his . " So after the photoshoot , we'll grab lunch . Is this okay ? I'm sorry I didn't ask how you feel about getting thrown into the public's eye . " " It's okay . I've been there before " " Alright then , " Silas smiled and returned to his food , " We'll leave after breakfast " " Sure ," Ivy replied , forcing a smile as she ate .

Her plans were set in her mind . She would distance herself from all of them - Cole , her father , and Silas - until she found out the truth about her mother's death , When they finished breakfast , Bethany entered and began clearing the table . " Thank you for the meal , Bethany . It was lovely , " Ivy said , standing . " So glad you enjoyed it ," Bethany smiled . Silas stood as well . " Ready ? " Ivy nodded , and together they left the dinning room to the garage .

Bud and another bodyguard were waiting and they followed them to the car . In the car , Ivy kept her distance, maintaining a friendly conversation with Silas as the journey began . Soon , they arrived at their destimation , and Silas helped her out . Ivy's eyes widened as she took in the immaculate building Stepping inside , her surprise only increased at the beauty . Welcome sir , the receptionist smiled , raising from behind her desk . " The team is ready for you Chapter 19 " You ready ?

" Silas asked , taking Ivy's hand as they followed the receptionist . Ivy nodded just as they entered a pristine white room " I'll let everyone know you're here , " the receptionist said and left . The instant they were alone , Silas pulled Ivy into his arms . "I've missed you . Ivy didn't expect his tone - or his touch - to stir something in her . " I didn't go anywhere . " He chuckled , and she felt his arousal against her stomach as his hand went lower . Don't react ! she chided herself .

Yet , she was melting . " No .. intimacy .. " she stuttered , her voice shaky .. Silas chuckled again and leaned closer , but before his lips could meet hers , the door fled open Ah , Silas ." Ivy tried to remove herself from Silas's embrace , her eyes narrowing . " What is she doing here ? " Silas tightened his grip on her waist . " She's in charge of your outfits for the shoot . " 田