Ian didn't answer Sage. Instead, he said coldly, "I'll give you two hours to move back to Solaris Estate, or else my offer will expire and be void."Sage couldn't stand his condescending tone. "It's alright. I like money, but I'd rather not be tied to you in this marriage. I can earn my own money. I don't need to be controlled by you," she sneered.Ian was at a loss for words. "Have you forgotten about what happened just two days ago?"Of course, she hadn't. "I won't get into any other accidents now that Benjamin has been detained. Besides, I can't just stay locked up in Solaris Estate out of fear.""Sage, I'm just asking you to go back home for a couple of weeks. Can't you just wait for me to come home from my business trip?" His tone was increasingly angry.Sage responded, "Because I don't want to stay there for a minute longer."She might have endured it if she had heard about this before she moved out. But now that she had already moved out and tasted the freedom she had long
His appearance attracted a lot of attention. Everyone who was walking in and out of the hotel was looking at him. Occasionally, some of them would glance at Sage. Their gazes were filled with envy and wondered why she was so lucky. Sage didn't want to get into Shane's car under such close scrutiny, so she pretended not to know him and walked away. "Ms. Joyner!" Shane, on the other hand, waved at her and smiled affectionately. "I'm over here!"Sage was at a loss for words. Sage walked up to him with a poker face before getting into his car. Shane didn't mind her aloofness at all. He closed the car door for her and walked around to the driver's seat. The pair were watched by a lot of curious onlookers as they left."What on earth are you doing, Mr. Morrison? We're just going to a bar. Is it necessary to be so ostentatious?" Sage was displeased. "How is this ostentatious? Is it wrong to dress up?" he asked.She couldn't help but roll her eyes. "Mr. Morrison, I don't deserve tha
Sage relaxed as soon as she touched the drumsticks. She began to play the drums with ease and became one with the music. A joyful and carefree smile spread across her face.Sage stepped down the stage after finishing her piece. The crowd applauded and praised her, and she accepted it happily. When she returned to their table, Shane clapped for her lazily. "No wonder your video had so many views. You're very talented. Watching it live is far more enjoyable than watching the video."Sage raised her head proudly. "Of course!" After all, she used to be her teacher's favorite student. "Cheers!" Shane raised a toast to her. Just then, the bar manager brought Sage a cocktail and said, "Ms. Joyner, your performance was amazing. This is our latest creation. We'd like you to try it."Sage raised her glass as well. "Thank you." The cocktail was delicious. It was sweet and smooth. She couldn't even taste the alcohol.After downing her drink and checking her wristwatch, she turned to Shan
Ivy immediately recognized the man in the white suit when she received the photo. She was a little surprised to see him and Sage walking into the hotel so intimately. Shane wasn't picky about his women, but he had always detested Ian and kept his distance from anyone close to him. Why was he now so intimate with Sage?Ivy had seen Sage visit Shane in the hospital in the past and was aware that they had worked together because of Mimosa. However, she never imagined that their relationship would develop any further.Ivy wondered if Sage was attempting to rile Ian up by seducing Shane, or if Shane was attempting to gross Ian out by cozying up to Sage. Ivy replied to Henry despite her questions. "Good job. Don't go inside the hotel, and don't tell a single soul about what you saw."Ian would definitely look into this matter thoroughly once he had gotten hold of this photo. Henry shouldn't be there, just to be safe."No problem. My lips are sealed!"Ivy set her phone aside after se
" So, the only way you can get Ian to divorce you is if you do something drastic, like convince him that you've cheated on him."Even though he was spouting nonsense, she found herself hesitating. Ian was a proud, arrogant, and possessive man. Even though he didn't love her, he was still unhappy when he saw her getting close to Michael. If he found out that she shared a room with Shane, he would most probably be so angry that he'd dump her on the spot."So which is it? Do you not want Ian to get the wrong idea, or do you not want to get a divorce?" he asked.Sage rolled her eyes at Shane. "Let's not talk about my personal affairs right now. Even if we stir up this huge misunderstanding, Ms. Rosethorn might not back off. What if she starts hating me and decides to come after me?"Shane smiled wickedly. "Well, you're on your own then, Ms. Joyner."Sage was rendered speechless. He still sported a mischievous grin. "Come on, it's only two hours. You could trade it for a night or m
"Sage, you're here as well!" It wasn't Donald who responded, but Delilah. Sage's brows drew together when she looked at the half-peeled apple in Delilah's hand. "What brings you here?"Delilah smiled and said, "It's been a while since I've seen Grandpa Joyner. I just came to check on him." Delilah used to drop by often, so she was well acquainted with Donald. However, she hadn't been here in two years. Surely, she wasn't here just to visit her grandfather."Sage, you're here!" Just then, Donald walked out. "Delilah just arrived not long ago. She said she was free, so she came to keep me company."Sage didn't immediately chase Delilah away when she noticed her grandfather was in good spirits. Instead, she accompanied him into the house and handed him the snacks she purchased. "Have some of these, Grandpa. I need to talk to Delilah for a bit."Then, she dragged Delilah to the garden outside. "Spill. What's the real reason for your visit here?"Delilah sounded a bit hurt. "Grandp
She received a picture from Henry. In the picture, Shane held onto her arm as they walked into the hotel lobby. "Ms. Joyner, what do you think your husband's reaction will be if he sees this?" Henry asked.Sage chuckled. She thought that she would receive a warning from Giselle first. In the end, Henry was the first person who sought her out."What do you want to do?" Sage asked. "Don't worry, Ms. Joyner. My lips are sealed tight. In addition, you're Layla's cousin. I would never run my mouth. Sending this picture to you is just a friendly reminder for you to be more careful in the future." How could Sage be unaware of Henry's plans? He merely thought that her love for Ian had morphed into hatred and was doing this to get even. Henry also wanted to get something out of it. After all, he thought she was a dumb, rich, and naive girl he could easily swindle. "Let's get coffee together when you're free." Sage offered. Since Henry thought that he had gotten material to blackmail
"Thank you for giving me a heads up, Priscilla. I'll be mindful," Sage thanked Priscilla. Afterward, the two chatted for a while longer before ending their call. After hanging up the phone, Sage furrowed her brows. If someone had really been planning her abduction, there would've been no avoiding the fact that Ivy was involved somehow. After all, Ivy was the only one who had beef with her. When she thought of how she had nearly been raped, Sage clenched her fist. She would retaliate with everything she had against Ivy. Trying hard to calm herself, Sage walked into the living room. "Sage, I've prepared a fruit platter and your favorite fruit salad. Come have a taste!" Delilah brought a fruit platter out and greeted her casually. Sage chased her out coldly. "Delilah, my advice for you is to stop wasting your time here. I'll never be fooled again by your deceiving appearances."You don't have to deny it or pretend to be pitiful. Since I've said this, it means I am aware of what y