Chapter 9 " Welcome to our store ! It's so lovely having you here ," Winnie said , hugging Cheryl . Of all the people Ivy could have met , it was Cheryl - the betrayer . Ivy froze , completely shocked by how Winnie had ignored her . Cheryl walked up to the receptionist table , her hands on her bulging stomach . Thank you , " she said , then turned to Ivy , her mouth contorting . " Ivy ? What are you doing here ? Ivy bit her lip .

" I came here to shop ." " There's a Goodwill just across the street . I'm sure they'll have something for you , dear , " Winnie said , her tone humiliating . Cheryl laughed loudly . Ivy felt her face redden with embarrassment . " It's Ivy , Winnie ," she said firmly , brushing a strand of hair from her face , making sure Winnie could see her - despite the hideous gown she wore . " Oh , Ivy . " Winnie said , placing a hand on her chest , feigning surprise .

" Would you like security to help you out ? " Laughter filled the room , and Ivy's heart broke . Despite the sadness in her chest , she refused to cower . " It's funny how you've forgotten about me ," she said , holding a wobbly smile . " Remember when you used to beg me to shop here so you wouldn't run out of customers ! How time flies . " Winnie gasped but quickly recovered . " That was when you were Mrs. Hunter . Now … she rubbed her hand on Cheryl's shoulder .

" There's someone else I cater to . " Ivy's eyes burned with anger , as she scanned Cheryl all over . " A betrayer you mean ? " " How dare you ! " Cheryl yelled , raising her hand to hit Ivy , but Winnie stopped her . " That won't be necessary , Mrs. Hunter , Winnie said coolly . " I guess the truth hurts , doesn't it ? " Ivy laughed bitterly , Cheryl scoffed , adjusting her clothes , " How was the truth like when Aunt May found out you were fired ? " Ivy gasped .

" I bet she was sad to see her little girl lost , " Cheryl smirked , eyes gleaming with malice . " I wonder what's next for you ." " That's none of your business , but I sure wouldn't be stealing another woman's man ," Ivy snapped . " You can only steal what belongs to someone , " Cheryl said , folding her arms , her diamond ring glinting in the light . " Maso light . " Mason was never yours in the first place ." Cheryl's words stung , making Ivy's heart twist.

Who would have thought that a good friendship would collapse because of Mason's infidelity ! He couldn't even find someone else to cheat with ; he had to pick her best friend - the same friend she had helped , the one she'd supported during her darkest times . The same friend that was staring at her with so much hate , as though they hadn't shared everything together . Ivy pursed her lips , the emotions threatening to overwhelm her . " Why do you hate me so much ?

" she breathed , watching as Cheryl's eyes softened " Oh , come off it ," Cheryl scoffed , the anger returning to her gaze . " I don't hate you . And if you think me being with Mason means I hate you , you're wrong . I love Mason - we love each other . I'm sorry you wasted your years with him . " Ivy bit her lip , holding back tears . She couldn't break down - not here , not now , not with everyone watching " If you think you love Mason more than I did , then I can only wish you luck .

Have a lovely married life , " " We will . Cheryl smugged . " And to show you I don't hate you . I'll allow Winnie let you shop here . Buy whatever you want . I'll pay with my baby's money " " My money , you mean , " Ivy whispered . 1/3 10:15 AM Chapter 9 " Ah , Mrs. Hunter , how generous of you ," Winnie beamed . " You're so kind . " " Thank you , Winnie ." Cheryl smiled , pleased with herself . " I don't " Ivy's phone rang , interrupting her .

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She groaned and excused herself to tak take the call . It back ? " Was Cole . -L " Hey , Cole , can I call you " What is this I'm hearing ? Another marriage ? You've barely healed from the last one ," Cole's voice crackled through the phone . Ivy was pissed . She needed a break from all of this . It wasn't her fault that Mason broke their marriage vows with his dick . He ruined it , yet she was the one being blamed ! " I don't owe anyone an explanation ," she said through gritted teeth .

" It's my life , and I live it the way I want . " " It was your life a year and a half ago , but you almost ruined our family's reputation with that nonsense of a marriage . " Cole's tone was harsh , heightening Ivy's anger . " I've had it with everyone ! " Ivy snapped , her voice rising , causing people to stare . But she didn't care - she was too pissed to care .

" Just because I made a mistake doesn't mean I can't heal from it , and it doesn't give any of you the right to say terrible things about me ! I won't take it ! " she snapped , hanging up the call . vy exhaled , panting as beads of sweat assembled on her forehead . She wiped her forehead as she tucked her phone back in her bag . She turned toward Winnie and Cheryl , who were still laughing and talking . They spotted her and walked toward her . " Ivy Cheryl said , " I've changed my mind .

I don't want to buy those outfits for you anymore . " " Oh why ? Mason's account can't afford it or will he cheat on you if you spend more than he says you should ? " Ivy mocked . Cheryl frowned . " It's the attitude and the dress , " she said . " That's why I changed my mind . I can't have people thinking I'm associated . with you …. you jobless , broke woman . " " Jobless ? You made me jobless , " Ivy shot back , anger rising . " I did you a favor ," Cheryl countered .

" Imagine if your father saw you there . Besides , you've always hated anything that wasn't photography , " she sneered . Ivy sighed , already tired of the back and forth with Cheryl . " Well , thanks for your concern . " " You're welcome . I could actually still get you clothes , but that would come out of the one million Mason was kind enough to oder . " Cheryl's mouth curved into a smile . " He'd be so excited if I helped you .

" Anger simmered beneath Ivy's skin at the remainder of Mason's theft . Still , she refused to react . " Security , " Winnie called . Take her out of here ." " Wait ! " Ivy said . " I can get my things myself ." She reached into her bag and brought out Silas's black card . Winnie's eyes widened greedily at the card . Cheryl frowned again . " Ivy ! Who did you steal that from ? " " I'm nothing like you , " Ivy replied , and turned to Winne , flashing the card . " Can I purchase some items now ?

" " Prove it ! " Cheryl blurted out just as Winnie was about to reach for the card . Ivy's brow furrowed . Prove what ? " " That you have access to that card ." " Yes . How can a woman like you have that card ? " Winnie added , the greedy glint in her eyes fading . " Prove it " Ivy folded her arms , enjoying the show " And what happens if I do ? " " You'll never , Cheryl scoffed . " What billionaire is stupid enough to give you his card ? " A simile tugged at Ivy's lips . " Fine .

I'll just call Silas Stone " 10:15 AM c Chapter 9 Gasps filled the room as Ivy reached for her phone . Then she froze . She didn't have Silas's number . " I don't have his number , " she stuttered . Cheryl burst into laughter , and others joined in. But check it . " I " Enough of this theatrics ! " Winnie snapped , her face flushed with anger . " Security ! Drag her out ! " Ivy added quickly . " It's active . I AD