Chapter 97

Soon, Ivy showed up before Sage and Ian. She said to Sage in a professional and polite tone, "My apologies, Mrs. Holcomb, but I need to speak with Mr. Holcomb for a few minutes."

Then, she turned to Ian. "We need to meet Mr. Tibbs."

Ian glanced at Sage before murmuring, "You should rest here for now. I'll join you later."

Sage continued smiling at him sweetly. "Okay."

"Rest assured, Mr. Holcomb. We'll take good care of Mrs. Holcomb," Priscilla spoke up at that time.

Ian's expression never wavered when he heard Priscilla's voice. It was as though he knew she was there right from the start.

Confusion streaked across Ivy's eyes briefly, but she didn't let her gaze linger on Priscilla. Soon, she followed Ian to somewhere else.

Even though Ian had to take his leave due to work-related matters, the fact that he had ignored Sage still stood.

The guests who were previously envious of her now bore meaningful glints in their eyes.

Then again, Priscilla was the domineering type who could