Chapter 28 " What the hell ! " Ivy yelled , lunging at Rosie , but Silas caught her just in time . " Why would you do that ? " " That's for not respecting your marriage to Silas , " Rosie said , her eyes glinting with amusement . Ivy knew Rosie destroying the phone had nothing to do with her marriage to Silas . Rosie just didn't want her answering the call because she knew it would ruin her claim that she was plotting with Mason . " That was too far ," Silas said , chiding Rosie .

He was too close to Ivy , and she could feel his hardness pressing against her butt . She wiggled free , her face burning . She was pissed at him for taking Rosie's side without hearing her out first . " Oh , I'm sorry , Silas , " Rosie said , tossing a strand of hair away from her made - up face . " I acted out of anger . I was just pissed Ivy would do such a thing to you , " Ivy looked at Silas , daring him to say a word . He caught her gaze and turned to Rosie. " Can you give us a minute ?

" Rosie was taken aback , and she couldn't conceal her surprise in time , " Yes , sure ." She snarled at Ivy as she left the room . Silas locked it behind her , then turned to face Ivy . " I'm sorry about the phone . I'll get you a new one , " he said , trying to sound apologetic . " You need to leave , too ," she said , pointing toward the door . " I need an explanation ," he insisted , folding his arms . " You need to tell me your discussion with Mason . " " I already did . Now , leave !

" she snapped , hoping her anger would drive him away . She was furious , but beneath the anger , was a deep ocean of pain and sadness . Cole had called her again , and when she didn't pick up , he'd left her a voicemail . " I can't believe you're married to the family responsible for our mother's death . Maybe Dad was right after all - you don't deserve this family ," Her heart shattered as she recalled his cruel words . Silas noticed the change in her expression and moved closer .

" I didn't pick a side this time ," he said softly . " Please , I'm begging you to tell me your side of the story . The whole plan could fall apart . " Ivy's shoulders slumped as she walked to the bed and sat down . " I already told you , " she said weakly , defeated by her emotions . " You can go now . Just let me know when next you need me for public appearancès ." But instead of leaving , Silas walked over to the bed and sat beside her . " God , I don't know how to act around you .

" His voice was low , the vibration sent a sudden jolt through her body . " I get so angry - more angry than usual , when it comes to you . " He chuckled sheepishly . He turned to face her , and Ivy almost melted at the look in his eyes . He took her hands in his , cupping them gently , " I want to trust you , Ivy . I really do . " " Then believe me when I say I have nothing to do with Mason , " she replied softly , surprising herself .

" Oh , Ivy , " Silas murmured warmly , placing a kiss on her fingers . A moan escaped her lips , and she blushed to her roots . " You make me so jealous , " he continued , his voice low and heated . " You're mine for six months - no one else can have you ." He shifted his mouth from her fingers , trailing all the way to the curve of her palm . Ivy pressed her legs together , trying to contain the heat building between them .

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" You can't talk to Mason anymore , please , " he pleaded , his lips already brushing the sensitive nape of her neck . Ivy melted as he cupped her face , kissing her neck . All her pain , her anger - everything - faded . " You have to tell me whenever he calls you , Ivy . " His voice was a low murmur as his mouth moved to the other side of her neck . " I'm a jealous man , Ivy .

I don't want to share you with anyone ." 1/3 11:52 AM Chapter 28 Desire surged through her , starting in her heart , spiraling down to her stomach , and then in between her legs . She clung to him , pressing his thighs against her center - weak and flushed . He kissed her , claiming her lips possessively . She was his , and he showed her just that as his tongue explored the inside of her mouth . Ivy opened up to him , against common sense , welcoming his kiss .

He pulled her even closer , his hands searching for the opening of her gown . After a moment of fumbling , he gave up and squeezed her breasts through the fabric . " You're so hot, " he whispered against her lips , his claim deeper and harder . He grabbed her behind , lifting her to sit on his lap so she could feel his length under her . She ground her hips against his bulge , deepening the kiss . He moaned , unable to hold back . He reached for her clothes , tearing the fabric with urgency .

His eyes lingered on her exposed skin before he buried his face in it , licking her cleavage . " My dear Ivy , " he whispered , a smile tugged at his lips as he looked into her eyes . " If I didn't have people waiting and freaking out , I'd have you right here , right now . " Despite the heat on her face and the burning desire between her legs , his words were enough to shove some sense back to her . She stood up from his lap and realized some of her wetness had stained his trousers .

He chuckled , looking down at himself . " Fuck , you're so hot ." Ivy quickly covered her breasts with the torn piece of her gown . " I'll join you downstairs . " He stood up and adjusted his shirt . " I'll be waiting . " She nodded , watching him leave . The instant he was out the door , she bolted it shut . " Two lessons , Ivy , " she muttered aloud . " Always bolt your door and never get so carried away with Silas ! " She snapped , chiding herself . She needed to learn self - restraint .

She couldn't let herself be moved by every touch or kiss from him . This marriage was only for six months ; she couldn't afford to be swept away by the pleasure . She stripped out of the torn gown and took a quick shower to clean herself . Afterward , she picked out a new gown and headed downstairs . This time , everyone was gathered in the living room . When she entered in a different gown , Rosie narrowed her eyes , giving her a knowing look . " How are you feeling , Ivy ? " Thomas asked .

" I apologize for Rosie's behavior earlier . " " Thanks , I'm good . " Ivy nodded , weary of Thomas's voice . She still had her suspicions , and until she had more answers , she wasn't going to trust him . Cole's voicemail echoed in her mind as she took a seat . " You wanted to say something , darling ? " Thomas said , turning to Rosie . Despite his sweet words , there was an unmistakable coldness in his voice . " I … apologize for damaging your phone , " Rosie said sweetly ..

Ivy scoffed inwardly , knowing the apology was fake . " Please forgive me , would you ? " " Sure . " Ivy gave her a tight , fake smile . Two could play this game . " So , " Silas began , his hazel eyes balancing between tease , desire , and amusement . " I have news ." Aware of the heat on her cheeks but choosing to ignore it , Ivy asked , " What's that ? " " To debunk Mason's claim and scatter his lies , I've decided we should get married in three days , " he announced , pleased with his 2/3 Chapter 28 decision .