Chapter 7 shock . " Marriage again ? Were you married before ? " Ivy asked , her voice laced with sh It wasn't that she cared much about Silas's previous relationships - she was a divorcée herself - but the fact that he hadn't mentioned it stung . What else had he forgotten to mention ? an engagement , and it " Oh , don't mind Rosie , " Silas said , waving his hand as the o other hand tightened around her waist . " It was only an ended six months ago two were married . I miss her .

was as if you two Rosie's eyes glinted mischievously . " Everyone knew how much you adored Kim . It was as if " Well , she's not here anymore ," Silas said as he e led Ivy into his living room , dismissing Rosie's comment . The living room was enormous and impeccably decorated , but Ivy was too focused on the conversation to admire the room . Rosie followed them , her heels clicking against the tiled floor .

She carried herself with a grace Ivy was slightly jealous of bronzed shoulders , lean frame , and a poise that seemed effortless . " Do you you think she'll be back soon ? " Rosie pressed , " You two always come back together after breakups . " Ivy's stomach twisted . Rosie's audacity to talk openly about another woman in front of her was baffling . And why wasn't Silas defending her ? " This time is different ." Silas said firmly , a trace of annoyance in his voice .

" It's been a long time , and I'm married now . " Rosie seemed to catch the tone too . She turned to Ivy , her mouth curved into a smile that didn't quite reach her eyes . She extended a hand with long , red - painted nails . " Nice to meet you " Heat rose to Ivy's cheeks as she shook Rosie's hand . " Nice to meet you too . " " What brings you here , Rosie ? " Silas asked as he took a seat on the couch , pulling Ivy down beside him .

" I came to talk to you about Thomas , " Rosie said , perching elegantly across from them . She crossed her legs , revealing her red bottom heels . " You heard about the whole news right ? Mason Hunter is framing him . " At Mason's name , Ivy stiffened . Silas seemed to notice ; he placed a soothing hand on her thigh . " Yes , I've heard , " Silas replied . " We spoke earlier to today . " " What are you doing about it ? " Rosie asked , her concern evident .

" We can't let them tarnish our name . " Silas leaned back slightly . The marriage is part of the plan . I'm hoping the announcement will divert some attention . " " Ah , Rosie's eyes flickered with disdain at lvy before she masked it . " A marriage of convenience . " " A marriage nonetheless ," Silas replied evenly . Ivy felt small sitting there .

Maybe it was Rosie's cutting gaze or the mere fact that Rosie reminded her of the things she used to have when she was married to Mason - the clothes , the shoes , the jewelry - or maybe it was simply the oddness of the contract marriage itself -but Ivy felt uncomfortable . - " How do you intend to retine her ? " Rosie asked , her tone condescending as her eyes swept over Ivy's attire . " The media will tear her apart .

" Ivy gasped " Watch your tone , Rosie ," Silas warned , lus tone a low grunt . " Ivy is a reputable woman . She is the daughter of Patrick Scou . " Rosie's eyes flashed with surprise before it was replaced with a smile . " My apologies , Ivy " Ivy hit her lip , annoyance brewing in her chest . Who the hell did Roste think she was ! But , she smiled . " Thank you , " then she turned to Silas " You didn't introduce us properly . " Chapter 7 " Rosic is " I'm Rosie Glenn Stone .

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Rosie cut Silas off . Thomas's wife . My husband is Silas's elder brother , her smile widened " Welcome to the Stone family . " Ivy swallowed her annoyance and nodded . " Thank you . " " I do hope your fake marriage benefits my husband's reputation . Rosie nodded . " I hope so too , " Ivy murmured , her blush deepening . She turned to Silas , suddenly needing an escape . " Can I use the bathroom , please ? " " Oh sure , " Silas smiled and stood up . " We'll be right back , Rosie .

" followed Silas into a corridor leading to stairs . They climbed to the Ivy nodded at Rosie , catching the sharp glare sent her way . She fo second floor , turned right , and stopped at a brown oak door . " Your room ," Silas announced , pushing the big door open . Ivy walked in . A gasp escaped her lip . " It's …. it's beautiful ." Silas chuckled . " Glad you like it . I'll have the maid get you new dresses to fill your entire closet .

" " Thank you , " she said , her voice soft with gratitude . vy , you won't regret our six - month marriage . " Silas approached her , his arms sliding possessively around her waist . " I promise you , dear Ivy , Distracted by his touch , Ivy stammered . " Ye - yes . " He brushed a strand of hair from her face , and without warning , he kissed her . Ivy allowed the kiss for a moment before nudging him away . " Silas … " " No intimacy , I know , " he said , stepping back with a wry smile .

" It's just .. you're so irresistible ." His hazel eyes lingered on her , their intensity sending warmth in between her legs . " You have to go , Silas , " Ivy swallowed , aware of her hoarse voice . " The maid would soon introduce herself . I'll see you later . Make yourself at home ," he nodded and with one final , lustful look , he left the room . Ivy collapsed into the plush bed , burying herself in its softness . She kicked her shoes off and covered her legs with the duvet .

It was happening - she was finally clawing her way back into high society . They would have no choice but to respect her now - especially Mason . She couldn't wait to see his face when he discovered she was married to Silas . She laughed out loud as she got up to explore the room . The closet , though empty , was enormous , and she could picture it filled with lots of exotic dresses . She was going to enjoy these six months with Silas . She was going to get get her revenge on Mason .

She continued inspecting the suite , finding a spacious private bathroom with a luxurious white tub . She imagined soaking in it , enjoying a glass of cold wine , surrounded by bubbles . The creak on the oak door brought her back to the bedroom and Ivy thought the maid had arrived - only to find Rosie standing there in her beautiful gown , her expression cold . " Hi . Rosie , " she said cautiously as Rosie scanned her from head to toe . " I do hope you know your place .

Rosie said , her tone harsh , her gaze harsher . Ivy blinked . " Excuse me ? " " Don't think because Silas brought you into this family , you can act like one of us . I know your kind - throwing yourself at a rich man to secure your future . I can bet you fucked him to get him to marry you . Rosie sneered . A blush crept on Ivy's face . True , she had slept with Silas - but not to manipulate him into marriage .

" I won't have you insult my integrity ," she said evenly Chapter 7 Rosie let out a long , cruel laugh . " Your integrity ? You mean your greed . It's written all over your outfit " She ran her hands mockingly over lvy's dress Ivy stood still , refusing to react , even as Rosie stepped closer with her eyes flashing . " If I were you ." Rosie whispered in Ivy's ear , her tone venomous , " I'd beg Silas to end this marriage . " " Well , you're not me . " Ivy snapped back , finding her words .

Rosie's glare turned into a wicked smile. e . " Well then , " she said , stepping back . " Welcome to hell ." With that , Rosie left the room , leaving a shocked Ivy behind . ava