Chapter 42 0 6 10 +28 Ivy bit her lip as she assessed herself in the mirror . The anger inside her had been replaced by shame and self - disapproval . " Why would you do that ? " she muttered to her reflection , seeing the pink flush of embarrassment on her cheeks . She had allowed her unprovoked jealousy to push her into saying something foolish , and disrespecting a nice woman . Even if Silas had dated Aaliyah before , it was none of her business then , and it was none of her business now .

Walking to the couch , she picked up the gown and sighed - she had to dress up herself now . She stripped out of her beige jumpsuit and wore the emerald gown . The silver embroidery around its neck did go with the diamonds Silas had given her . She adjusted the Cartier wristwatch and wore the diamonds carefully . After a full minute of battling with the clips , the diamond sat pretty on her neck . She took a step back and examined herself in the mirror .

Pleased with her appearance , she left the room . When Ivy entered the white room , she was stunned to see Aaliyah seated beside Silas - too close , too engrossed in the conversation to notice her walk in . Her cheeks burned as she watched Silas laugh at whatever Aaliyah whispered in his ears . His hand landed casually on her leg as he laughed again . Then he glanced up and saw Ivy standing by the door . He didn't flinch .

Instead , he signaled for her to come over , his hand still resting on Aaliyah's leg . Ivy felt anger in her chest as she walked to them . God , the audacity of this man to flirt with his ex right in front of her ! " I see you're ready , " Silas said when she approached them , his eyes roamed hungrily around her body before settling on her chest . " Yes , " Ivy said firmly , ignoring the warmth on her cheeks . Silas stood up , his hand lingered a little on Aaliyah's thigh .

" This is Aaliyah , " he said , gesturing to her . " One of the best stylists in the country . " " Yes , you said that before ," Ivy said flatly . Silas paused , giving her a look before facing Aaliyah . " This is my wife , Ivy . " " We met already , " Aaliyah said smoothly , her eyes unreadable . " Wonderful , " Silas smiled , pleased with himself . He turned to Ivy . " Shall we begin ? " Ivy nodded , biting her lip . Aaliyah stood , adjusting her gown as she nodded at Ivy . " Good luck .

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" Ivy nodded again and followed Silas into another part of the room . The room was set up with bright lights and colorful backdrops . Three men were operating behind the cameras . Silas looked back and gestured . " Come ." He had that compelling tone again , that made her obey instantly . She stepped closer , placing her hand in his . He pulled her over , his leg slightly brushing her thighs .

" Aaliyah did a great job with this dress ," he whispered to her car , his hand dropping to her waist . Ivy shivered . Despite the desire she felt , anger found its way to her chest . He had complimented Aaliyah for the dress without acknowledging how beautiful she looked in the gown . " What's wrong ? " he whispered again . " You seem … odd . " Ivy stepped out of his hold , trying to stop the desire from taking over the anger she felt . " I'm good .

" Silas extended a hand , attempting to pull her back to him . " What's wrong ? " " Nothing ," she repeated , stepping further away . 173 Chapter 42 2 " But you still haven't answered me ," he persisted , but she ignored him . Ivy walked - nearly running to the changing room . Once inside , she bolted the door and exhaled deeply . She had been foolish to fall for his gestures , his gifts - but not anymore . She had told him she wanted no intimacy , and she would keep it that way .

She changed to her beige jumpsuit and laid the emerald gown on the couch . As she did , regret filled her heart . It was ridiculous of her to be jealous of Aaliyah when she did nothing wrong . She was going to find her and apologize . First , she removed the Cartier wristwatch and diamond necklace , shoving them into her bag , then proceeded to find Aaliyah . Returning to the white room , Ivy scanned the room . When she didn't see Aaliyah , she asked someone nearby .

" I saw her walk into that room ," The lady said , motioning to a door behind Ivy . Ivy nodded her thanks and proceeded to the door . She knocked once . " Aaliyah ? " Hold Hold on , please ," Silas called out , but it was too late - she had already opened the door . Ivy's eyes widened at what she was seeing . Aaliyah was buried in Silas's arms , her face pressed on his neck . 3/3