Tiana's concerns weren't unfounded. Ian had been very stubborn about not getting a divorce ever since he said he wouldn't let her have her way. Even though she was pregnant with "Shane Morrison's child" and tried to get a rise out of him with her words, Ian hadn't budged. Instead, he forced her to get an abortion and move back to Solaris Estate. Sage bet Ian was less likely to agree to a divorce now that her baby was gone."Sage, have you ever thought about just not getting a divorce?" Tiana continued, "Ivy just wants to break you guys up and take your place. I bet she'll be furious if you don't play into her hands."That was indeed a way to spite Ivy, but Sage felt like she'd be the one getting the short end of the stick. "Thanks for the tip, but I can't just hog the outhouse forever to keep someone else out." Tiana fell silent for a moment after she heard Sage's reply. Then, she quipped, "But you've put in a lot of effort for that outhouse before."Sage responded, "That is e
Tiana returned to the ward with two juicy pieces of gossip for Sage. "Ivy was transferred to another hospital last night. Also, Ian has cut off all business dealings with the Shekdotter family."Sage was surprised when she heard that. In her previous life, Ronald's company had flourished thanks to Ian. Many tried to curry favor with Ronald because they heard that Ivy and Ian were close. He lived a luxurious and comfortable life as a result. Sage was surprised that Ian had actually severed ties with him. "I heard that Ivy had a huge tantrum yesterday and threw a lot of things in her ward. Ronald looked dejected when he left," Tiana continued. The nurses had their own sources of gossip, and most of it was true and reliable. It seemed like Ian had taken action against the Shekdotters."I think the Shekdotters had it coming," Tiana grumbled. "Ivy's father almost clocked you yesterday, but you wouldn't let me stop him. If Ian hadn't shown up, you would've been beaten up to a pulp!"S
Ian was very loud. It was clearly meant for her ears. It was only natural that Sage heard every word he had said. "Just as I had feared. Ian figured out that it was your doing right away, and he's not backing down." Tiana continued, "If he intervenes, the heat will probably die down real soon."Sage laid silently on the hospital bed with a poker face. "Matilda hadn't gotten back to me. She was probably on her way back to Haldon," she thought."Why the long face? Are you worried about the divorce, or are you upset because Ian believes that Ivy didn't drug you?" Tiana asked knowingly.Sage remained silent. Even though she had been mentally prepared, she still felt empty inside when she heard Ian say that Ivy had nothing to do with the nurse. "Ivy always has a way of winning Ian's trust," she brooded.Sage believed that Ian's decision to cut off business dealings with the Shekdotters was just a temporary measure. It was nothing more than a slap on the wrist. He would eventually supp
Ian scoffed. "Why would I take someone like you on?""Ian Holcomb!""What on earth is going on here?" Tiana exclaimed in a stern tone, prompting Ian and Shane to look in her direction. "What's the meaning of this, Mr. Holcomb? Why are you stopping Mr. Morrison?"Ian's expression darkened. "Please don't interfere in our affairs, Ms. Ford.""What about me? Can I interfere?" Sage asked coldly. Tiana quickly raised her phone and allowed Ian to speak directly to Sage. "Tell your men to let Shane go. I want to see him," Sage continued.Ian's expression became grim. "Sage, I've told you not to test my limits! Just because I've let what you've done slide because of your weakened state doesn't mean I'll put up with you for the rest of my life.""As if I needed him to put up with me," Sage scoffed inwardly. "Do I need your permission to see someone now?" she sneered. Ian responded coldly, "You can see anyone you want, just not Shane.""Seriously, Ian? What century are you living in?
Tiana hurriedly dialed Sage's number. "Ian went upstairs to your ward again. I couldn't stop him!"Tiana had a bad feeling about this. "He's very upset, Sage. Please don't attempt to confront him, okay? I'll be right there!" After hanging up the phone, she sprinted up the stairs instead of waiting for the elevator. Meanwhile, before Sage could even put her phone away, she noticed Ian standing at the door with a grim face. "What do you want?" she asked warily before she pressed the call button beside the bed.Ian, on the other hand, walked up to her. There was a cold glint in his dark eyes, and he was shrouded in ice-cold air. It was clear that he was very close to losing it. Apart from the last time Ian was drunk, she had never seen such madness in his gaze. Sage had a bad feeling feeling about this. Soon, a nurse rushed in, probably because she was in a VIP room or because the nurses had caught wind of the gossip and were eager to see what was going on. Sage saw the nurse
Even though he didn't utter a single threatening word, Sage felt like he was hinting at it. Tiana had never gotten along with her in-laws to begin with. Her life would only get tougher if Ian dragged them into this. Besides, there was nothing Tiana could do to stop him right now.Hence, Sage tried to sound calm as she said, "I'll go with him, Tiana. You should head home."Tiana was about to speak up when Sage added, "Don't worry, I'll be fine. He won't hurt me out of respect for Grandma."Tiana believed that much. "Call me if you need anything, okay?""I will." As soon as she said that, Ian closed the elevator door.Sage didn't struggle or argue any further. Instead, she asked coldly, "Where are you taking me?"However, Ian paid her no heed. No matter what she asked, he stayed silent. Frustrated, she gave up on pressing him for answers and closed her eyes in resignation.The driver had already pulled the car up outside the hospital's inpatient department. Ian placed Sage in th
While the IV drip was running, the doctor and nurse stepped out to prepare the medication. Ian was still busy answering calls outside. Sage took a look around the master bedroom and realized that not much had changed since she left, aside from the additional bedding. The pillows, thin blankets, and fuzzy slippers she hadn't taken with her were still in their original places."You must be hungry, Mrs. Holcomb. I've prepared some oatmeal and chicken soup for you. Why don't you have some?" Just then, Wanda walked in with a tray of food. Even though she sounded a bit cautious, Sage could tell Wanda was genuinely happy to have her back. Sage was frustrated, but she didn't want to take it out on Wanda. Hence, she forced a smile and said, "Thank you, Wanda. I don't have much of an appetite right now. Please just leave it there.""Even if you have no appetite, you should eat something, Mrs. Holcomb," Wanda urged with concern. "Look at you… you were already slim to begin with. But now,
Sage couldn't hold it in any longer. She threw her phone at Ian and yelled, "Mind your own business, and give me back my phone!"The phone hit Ian and landed on the ground. He glanced at the phone, picked it up, and held it in his hand. He then looked at Sage with a grim expression. "Let me guess. You want to contact Shane? I suggest you give up on that idea.""Since you don't need a new phone, just stay here and focus on getting better." He continued coldly, "Forget about going out, or else you'll just end up worse off!" With that, he stormed off. "Ian Holcomb, why don't you go see a doctor if you've lost your mind? Don't take it out on me!" Sage cursed. However, all she got in response was the sound of the door slamming shut. Sage was furious and frustrated. Ian had brought her here straight from the hospital just to prevent her from seeing Shane. After calming down, she laid down on the bed. She had to keep her cool and wait for Matilda's message.…Sage spent the next t