Buying My Forever Wife novel Chapter 357

Ivy chatted casually with Xavier for a few more minutes.

When her shift ended, she obediently went to St. Jude's Preschool to pick up Stella.

Over the following weeks, without Ethan Foster around to interrupt, Ivy felt that Alaric was becoming increasingly attentive toward her.

Not only did he frequently surprise her with gifts and take her and Stella camping, but he also constantly texted her updates about his day at the office.

At night, he was incredibly clingy in bed.

He always insisted on pulling Ivy tightly into his arms to cuddle.

Ivy found herself genuinely enjoying being pampered by Alaric.

During this time, Hazel had transferred schools to Capital City and spent every weekend at Metropolitan General keeping Gemma company.

The three sisters gathered almost every weekend.

This weekend was no exception.

Hazel came over and brought along stunning evening gowns for her sisters.

She even had bodyguards carry them up to the hospital room; the sheer number of massive shopping bags looked incredibly extravagant.

Ivy, who was busy drawing Gemma's blood for testing, looked at Hazel's grand entrance in absolute bewilderment.

"What is all this for?"

Hazel beamed.

"Did you guys forget what I told you last time? My family is hosting The Rhodes Welcome Gala for me, and it's tonight! I brought you your gowns."

"Hurry up and try them on. If they don't fit, I'll have them exchanged."

Ivy finally remembered that Hazel had indeed mentioned this before.

But since Hazel hadn't brought it up in over half a month, she assumed the event had been canceled.

However, she had already promised Stella that she would rush straight home after work to spend time with her.

Because Alaric was busy today and wouldn't be coming home tonight.

"Hazel, do we really have to go? Won't we just embarrass you?"

She wanted to drag her sisters along to enjoy the luxury and glamour, proving to Ivy that she would never forget all the sacrifices she had made for her.

Gemma fell silent, allowing Hazel to meticulously apply her makeup.

Ivy properly disposed of the blood draw supplies and turned to Gemma.

"If Hazel wants us there, let's just go. Besides, aren't you a huge fan of Tristan? You can get a picture with him and ask for his autograph tonight."

Hazel laughed brightly. "Exactly! Mr. and Mrs. Rhodes told me that Landon and Tristan are flying back specifically for my Welcome Gala."

Unable to refuse their enthusiasm, Gemma nodded in agreement.

After Ivy finished up her shift, she video-called Mrs. Gable and asked her to put Stella on the screen.

She patiently explained to Stella that something had come up and she would be home late, reminding the little girl to be good.

Even though Stella desperately wanted both of her parents to keep her company.

She knew they were busy, and she couldn't cling to them constantly, so she obediently agreed.

The three sisters finished their makeup and slipped into their stunning evening gowns.