20 " She's in in charge ? " Ivy asked , freeing herself from Silas's embrace , her brow furrowing " Yes , Rosie is one of the best stylists in the country , " Silas said , his voice brimming with pride . " How are you , Ivy ? You seem surprised to see me , " Rosie said , her eyes scanning Ivy with derision Ivy's cheeks colored slightly . " I didn't know you were in charge . " Oh . Silas is like that . He loves surprises , " Rosie said , flashing Silas a smile .

Silas chuckled , pulling Ivy close again . " When do we begin ? " he asked Rosie . " It's straight to work ." Rosie replied , adjusting her pl plaid skirt . " Il call the team to attend to you while I take your wife " Rosie pulled Ivy away from Silas , her grip a little too rough . Ivy immediately yanked her hand free . Silas seemed oblivious to the tension .

" Alright , I'm sure you'll do a great job , Rosie ." JOh , I will , " Rosie said with a smile that Ivy didn't trust , a sparkle of mischief in her eyes . " Let's go , Ivy . " " Ill see you soon . Silas said , his voice resonating in the room . Despite Rosie's mean looks , Silas made Ivy blush as she nodded , following Rosie out of the room . When they got to the hallway , Rosie suddenly pulled Ivy aside , pinning her against the wall . " I can't believe you're still on with the marriage !

" Rosie snarled , her eyes blazing with anger . Ivy froze for a moment but quickly composed herself , pulling herself away from Rosie . However , Rosie was surprisingly strong . " I warned you about what to expect ! " Rosie snapped . Finding her strength , Ivy pushed Rosie away , startling her . " And I told you I didn't care ! " Ivy shot back , breathing heavily from anger . " What's your problem with my marriage to Silas ? " " You don't belong here ! You don't belong in our family !

" Rosie hissed through gritted teeth . The words stung , but Ivy refused to show it . " Who made you the judge of that ? You have no right to interfere in my marriage . I am here to stay , Rosie ! " Rosie raised her hand as if to strike Ivy , but the hallway door opened , and two ladies walked in . " Rosie , we're ready , " one of the ladies said . Ivy watched as Rosie immediately composed herself , her countenance changed . " Sure , " Rosie said , a smile plastered on her face .

Ivy , still seething , attempted a smile but failed . The other lady gestured to Ivy . " It's time for your hair and makeup . Please come with us , Mrs. Stone . " " I am Mrs. Stone , Rosie snapped from behind Ivy . 1 , you both are , the lady said and her companion laughed . Ivy quickened her steps , ignoring Rosie as the ladies led her to another room . This one had a huge mirror , with lights around it .

On the table were hair accessories with two other girls waiting She was still stunned by Rosie's words , but she heaved a deep sigh , trying to calm her nerves . She was pissed and couldn't wait for another chance to confront Rosie . rother " Here we are , Mrs. Stone . I'm Sally , and this is Xia , " one of the ladies said . " I'll start with your hair , and when I'm done , Xia will handle your makeup . Sounds good ?" " Yes . " Ivy nodded . 1/3 10.16 АМ Chapter 20 " These are my assistants .

" Sally said , gesturing to the girls . Ivy nodded her greeting , sitting on the red chair positioned in front of the mirror . " I'm going to create something lovely for you . " Sally smiled , draping a styling cape around Ivy's shoulders . " Have you always had brown " Yes . My mom had brown hair ," Ivy said , her stomach suddenly knotting .

It's not that she doesn't think about her mother often , she was only surprised that she'd talked about her more in the past 24 hours than she had in years - and not for a good reason , Guilt and anger churned inside her , fighting for dominance " No dyeing then , " Sally said warmly , breaking Ivy's thoughts . " Let's go wash it . " " Alright . " Ivy said , standing up in . Sally asked , " What's going on with you and the other Sally began the hair process , washing and drying .

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When Ivy sat down again , Sally Stone ? " Ivy was taken aback by the question . " What ? " I know it's not my place ," Sally said , lowering her voice to a whisper . " But Xia and I saw what happened in the hallway ." Ivy saw her cheeks flush red in the mirror . " Well , I … it's nothing Sally placed a curler in Ivy's hair and gave her a look . " You don't have to be nice . Everyone here knows how horrible Mrs. Stone is , " she said , and her assistants nodded in agreement .

" She makes everything difficult whenever we work together . I've worked with her three times - horrible woman . " As much as Ivy didn't like Rosie , she didn't want to gossip . " I don't think she's that bad " " Oh , she is , " Sally said , picking another curler . " One time , she made- The door opened , cutting Sally off . Everyone jolted , expecting Rosie , but it was just a young boy . " Hello , ma'am . I have a delivery from your husband , " he said , handing a box to Ivy before leaving .

Ivy's face turned scarlet as she collected it . It was a royal blue box designed with a pink ribbon and a crystal charm . Untying the ribbon , she found a stunning blue sapphire necklace . The gem glinted in the light , leaving Ivy breathless . " It's beautifull " Sally exclaimed and the assistants gathered round , admiring the necklace . Ivy smiled , her heart warming at the gift .

She remembered the pink diamond Silas had customized for her and wondered how he managed to get them done so quickly . As they all admired the sapphire , the door opened again . This time , Rosie entered . "Aren't you done with- Rosie paused , her eyes dropping to the sapphire . " Who … gave you that ? " " Her husband sent it ! " Sally answered before Ivy could speak . A glint of jealousy shone in Rosie's eyes , and her face reddened , betraying her composure .

" It's beautiful ," she said , unable to hide her envy . Thank you , " Ivy replied , pleased by Rosie's reaction . Rosie straightened herself , her expression hardening . " Hurry up now ! There's no time , I'll be back in ten minutes with her outfit , and that makeup better be done ! " she snapped before leaving . " Told you , " Sally murmured , quickly finishing Ivy's hair . Soon , Xia began working on Ivy's makeup . Moments later , Rosie returned , holding a short red gown .

" It's time to dress , " Rosie said . " Isn't that " Shut your mouth , Rosie interrupted Sally " Let's go , " she smiled , helping Ivy out of the chair 10 16 АМ Chapter 20 Ivy followed Rosie to another room , suspicious of her sudden gentleness . Rosie helped her into the red gown , and Ivy admired her reflection " This is beautiful . Ivy smiled at her appearance . " Yes , " Rosie said , leading her out of the room .

In her Christian Louboutin heels , Ivy made her way back to the first white room with Rosie following . Silas was already there - dressed and waiting , Ivy's heart raced , anticipating his reaction , Instead , his eyes flared with anger . " What are you wearing ? " Ivy's smile vanished . " Don't you like it ? " " Go and change , " he said coldly . " Oh , Silas , I'm sorry ," Rosie interjected quickly . " Ivy picked the gown . I told her she couldn't , but she insisted ." " What ?

" Ivy blinked , shocked and confused . " Leave , " Silas said firmly . Ivy's cheeks burned with humiliation . What was happening ? " Silas- " " Go change ! " he snapped , and she flinched . Fighting tears , Ivy hurried out of the room , her embarrassment intensified by the murmurs of the team behind her . She ran to the makeup room , finding Sally alone . " What's wrong , ma'am ? " Sally asked , concern etched on her face . " I don't … " " It's the gown , " Sally said softly . " I knew Mr.

Stone wouldn't like it . " Ivy stared at her , confused . " What are you talking about ? " " This is the same gown Mr. Stone's ex - fiancée wore when he proposed to her ," Sally explained , moving closer . " Allegedly . It's also what she was wearing when he caught her cheating ." 色