Chapter 34 " What do you think about your new marriage ? " -Were you seeing Silas Stone before your divorce ? " " Why did you hit your ex - mother - in - law ? " " Any comment on Thomas Stone ? " Ivy pushed through the horde of reporters outside Laurent Bridal Store , with the help of Bud and a few security guards . The loud wail of an ambulance siren cut through the chaos as Monica held her arm , guiding her through the crowd . Someone snatched her Dior bag , tugging it off her shoulder .

" Back off ! " Bud barked , throwing punches to clear a path through the crowd . Finally , Ivy made her way to the car , with Monica sliding in beside her . She let out a sigh of relief . -What was that about ? " Monica asked as Bud started the car , speeding away . Ivy wiped the beads of sweat on her forehead . " I have no idea , but I'm just glad it's over , " she said , glancing behind them , to see if they were being followed .

When she was certain no one was following , she sank into the plush seat . " That was hilarious ! " Monica burst into laughter , her voice laced with disbelief . Ivy threw her head back in laughter , and Bud joined in , easing the tension slightly . She had no idea how the situation with Martha and Cheryl had escalated , but she loved it . She loved that the duo were served what they deserved - well , at least one of them . She checked her body over , ensuring nothing had gone missing .

One of her earrings was gone , and a large portion of the pink frills of her gown was noticeably torn . " That was crazy ," she murmured , leaning back . " But how did the reporters even know we were there ? " " Someone tipped them off , " Bud replied , his focus on the road ahead . " That was fast ," Monica commented . " I didn't know they could arrive so quickly . " " Anything for a juicy story , " Bud murmured . Ivy caught the tone in Bud's words .

She was the story - and the reporters would do anything to find her now . The realization unsettled her . Monica sensed her discomfort and gave her a squeeze . " Everything will work out . " She nodded , managing a small smile . " Thank you . " The day had taken an unexpected turn , much like every other day since she'd signed Silas Stone's contract . She was supposed to be grateful - happy , even - that she got to pick her wedding dress .

But Cheryl and Martha's presence had ruined the moment . Among other things . Her thoughts drifted to the message from her father , and her discomfort intensified . She had too much on her plate to worry about what Silas had done to him . And yet , curiosity seeped under - aching for answers . The wail of the ambulance passing by jolted Ivy out of her thoughts . Bud slowed the car allowing the vehicle to take over .

" That's Martha they're wheeling , Monica murmured , her voice tinged with guilt as it dropped to a whisper . Ivy reached over and gave her a reassuring squeeze . " Don't worry about it . " Monica had attacked Martha , sending her crashing on her butt . In an attempt to save herself , Martha had lunged at Monica's feet , but Monica had kicked her away . Ivy watched all this unfold , just as Cheryl had been attacking her . It was Vivian and the pregnancy that had stopped Ivy from retaliating .

She had wanted to help Martha , but it was too late - Monica's kick had sent Martha finally to the ground , with blood spilling everywhere . 1/3 28 Chapter 34 Someone had called an ambulance . Bud had arrived at the scene , and Francis Laurent had been found crying in a corner . Whether it was from pain or shame , Ivy couldn't tell . The entire incident filled her with dread . Not because she thought Martha was gravely injured , but because she knew Mason was going to chew her for it .

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She bit her fingernails anxiously . Damn , she wasn't used to this type of situation . She wasn't used to fighting Chelry - even when they were best friends , they rarely fought . And she most definitely wasn't used to having reporters in her business . As Bud pulled into the driveway , fear joined her growing worry . She hadn't even thought about Silas during the chaos , and she was grateful he wouldn't be home to witness it . She stepped out of the car with Monica helping with her bag .

" Thank you so much , Bud , " Ivy said , turning to him . Bud nodded before driving away , " Today was crazy ," Monica said as they approached the house . " Crazy doesn't even begin to cover it , " Ivy sighed . She wanted to be furious with Cheryl - for stealing Mason , for getting pregnant for him , for being engaged and then planning on marrying him , and then for finding a way to get Martha to accompany her to get her wedding dress . She had even replaced her with Vivian !

In a normal circumstance , it should have been Ivy accompanying her , helping her prepare for her big day - not Vivian , and certainly not Martha . Ivy wanted to be angry at Cheryl for all that and more , but instead , she found herself mad at … herself . Mad for reacting the way she did . Mad for letting the whole situation escalate . As she entered the house , she realized she needed to bury herself in a long , warm bath to wash off the memory of the day etched in her head .

She turned to face Monica when they reached the living room . " If it's not too much trouble , could you prepare a bath for me ? " " Of course ." Monica smiled warmly . " After a day like that , a bath is necessary . " Ivy chuckled . " I totally agree . " " How about some wine ? " Silas's voice interrupted , cold and sharp . Ivy turned , startled , to find him seated on the couch . His hazel eyes flared causing her to swallow . " Or perhaps a banquet ? Balloons ? Music ?

" he continued , his tone laced with sarcasm . " Since we clearly have something to celebrate ! " Ivy flinched at his words . Monica gasped , then scurried out of the room , nearly running . Silas stood up and moved closer to her . " I sent you to do one thing , and you turned it into something else entirely . " She stepped back , her checks burning with heat . Why was she afraid of him ? Not even in a he's - dangerous way , but in a she - hated - disappointing - him way ?

She swallowed , averting her gaze . " It's … a little complicated ." He folded his arms across his chest . " I'm listening . " It wasn't a request - it was an order . She began . " We went to Francis Laurent's store to pick the wedding dress , just like you asked . " She paused , hoping he would ask if she found something nice . When he didn't , she continued . " Cheryl was there . She … she came to get her dress as well , " She hadn't expected the statement to bring pain in her chest .

She looked at Silas , and realized his gaze had softened , though his hands were still folded . " And ? " he prompted . Ivy sighed . " Martha was with her , and - an argument happened . And we- " " And you fought the woman and sent her to the hospital , " Silas snapped , cutting her off . 2/3 11:53 AM Chapter 34 " What ? No ! I didn't- " C 6 C " I'm very disappointed in you , " he interrupted again , shaking his head as he walked back to the couch .

" I didn't take you for someone so … so vile . " His words stung - she was a little hurt , a little angry . " You can't say that . " " Oh , but I can , " he shot back , frowning . " And because of this , I'm not sure I want to continue this marriage . The deal is off . " 3/3