Chapter 174

Sage wondered if Ivy was trying to get a rise out of her. She was about to say something when she noticed Ivy tucking a strand of hair behind her ear, revealing the earrings on her earlobe.

They were shaped like orchids, and the petals were made of diamonds. It was strikingly similar to the ones lan had left on her bedside table last time.

It was clear that both pairs were from the same designer. So, Ian hadn’t given her the pair of earrings he had intended to give Ivy. Instead, he had bought two pairs and given them a pair each. This revelation only fueled Sage’s growing frustration.

“Ms. Shekdotter, your earrings are really pretty,” she said lowly.

“You think so?” Ivy touched them and smiled warmly. “It was a gift. I didn’t think he’d remember that orchids are my favorite flower.”

“Orchids are pure and elegant. It suits you, Ms. Shekdotter,” Sage complimented.

Then, she abruptly changed the subject. “By the way, here’s a funny story. I have a similar pair of earrings. I checked the price and found out it was worth around 20 thousand dollars.”

“Is that so?” Ivy seemed genuinely surprised. “Ian also- I mean, do you like orchids as well, Mrs. Holcomb?”

them or not. I believe you just said that lan gave you those earrings. Am I right, Ms. Shekdotter?”

word.

continued. She then flashed a smile at Ivy, who looked like

Since he dropped 20 grand on a gift for you without consulting me, you’ll either have to return them or transfer me the money.”

aware that Ian would never tell Sage that she was the one. who had bought those earrings. So, she knew Sage would think about her

Ian had given her the earrings. She wanted Sage to humiliate her or even quarrel with Ian and question him out of anger. Either way,

lose her temper or kick up a fuss. Instead, she asked her to transfer 10

+15 BONUS

it, Ms. Shekdotter? Are you going to give me the

if he found out

he thinks. I’m just exercising my rights

have nothing to do with

up the cash, huh? Wait right here.” Sage whipped out her phone. “I’ll give Ian a call and ask him to throw in an extra 10 grand in the divorce settlement. You can be our witness, Ms.

necessary!” Ivy couldn’t drag Ian into this. He was already upset about the photo she had taken the last time. He would be seething if he found out that she had misled Sage into thinking that he

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