A Farewell After Being Reborn novel (Sage and Ian) novel 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 Ian 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?"

"It doesn't matter if I like them or not. I believe you just said that Ian gave you those earrings. Am I right, Ms. Shekdotter?" Sage inquired.

Ivy didn't utter a word. She simply smiled.

"In that case, I'd appreciate it if you returned them now," Sage continued. She then flashed a smile at Ivy, who looked like her eyes were going to pop out of their sockets.

"Ian and I are married, so the money he spends is our money. 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."

Ivy was shell-shocked. She was well 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 pair when she noticed Ivy was wearing a similar pair.