Chapter 167
Chapter 167
“What happened?” tvy asked Silas, who just returned to the hospital corridor.
He was panting, his suit jacket was with Bud who stood behind him. There were lines of sweat seated on his forehead and his shirt was stained.
She went to him, her heart pounding at his appearance. “What happened?” she asked again.
Though as she, Theresa and Aria made their way into the hospital, she had noticed the reporters outside. Her first thought had been that they were there because of the famous actor and director, Elaine Chase, who was rushed in just as they arrived. But seeing Silas now, she was beginning to think the media frenzy wasn’t just for Elaine.
Silas sank into the bench, wiping his forehead. “Andrew’s girlfriends came around, and it was a mess.” He ran a hand through his hair, his breath still uneven. Bud handed him a bottle of cold water. “Thank Bud.”
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Ivy sat beside him as he took a deep gulp.
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“Somehow, news got out about the accidents,” Silas continued, capping the bottle and handing it back. “The women came here and started fighting. It was ugly and it attracted even more reporters.”
“I thought they were here for Elaine Chase.”
Silas raised his brow. “Who?”
“Elaine, the lead actress in that snake movie,” Ivy replied, trying to recall the title.
“I have no idea, baby,” Silas said, leaning back on the bench. “Where is Aria and theresa?”
Ivy’s heart clenched. “They’re both in Uncle Mike’s room.”
Her thoughts drifted to Theresa, and her heart arched more. Aria had been expressive, but Theresa; she had been dangerously composed, and it scared the shit out of Ivy.
She knew she was supposed to add that Hector was with them, but she thought otherwise.
Let him find out himself.
“How did they take the news?” Silas asked.
e’s just there.”
“Bad,” she admitted. “Aria has a terrible stomachache, she says it’s a twin thing because of Andrew. And Theresa… she’s
“As expected,” he said sadly. “Have you seen Thomas?”
“No, not yet,” she replied. Then she told him about Cheryl’s child.
“Oh my goodness!” he exclaimed. “Are they okay?”
“I hope so,” she said quietly,
Delivering the news to Theresa and Aria had been her top priority that she hadn’t had the time to process Cheryl’s situation. Now that the thoughts settled in, she felt sad.
She knew jaundice was normal, but imagining how the baby must be feeling made her chest tighten.
Silas rubbed her thigh, and she squeezed his hand. “It’s been such a terrible day.”
“Yes. And I hope we all heal.”
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Silas didn’t say anything, he just kept rubbing her thigh. She laid her head on his shoulder, melting into the comfort of his presence.
“How’s it with the media? Are you sertding them away for our privacy?” she asked.
“I thought about that,” he replied. “But I figured their presence might be helpful, in case… Rosie decides to finish what she started.”
Ivy caught the sadness in his tone and sighed. “I get you.”
“Let’s just hope she gets caught soon, so we can stop worrying,” he added firmly.
They sat in silence, both lost in their thoughts, until Bud approached them.
“Sir, the doctor,” he said, gesturing down the corridor.
Silas immediately stood up, and Ivy followed.
“What doctor?”
“Andrew’s,” Silas replied.
They met the doctor halfway.
“Hello, sir. Ma’am,” the doctor greeted with a bright smile.
“Hi, doctor,” Silas said. “How did it go?”
“Successful. Andrew is resting in bed now.”
Silas and fvy both exhaled in relief.
“Thank you, doctor,” Silas said.
“You’re welcome. I suggest you all go home and get some rest. There’s nothing more to do here for now. We’ll call you if anything changes.”
Ivy was glad everything went well, but she noticed the hesitation in Silas’s stance.
“Are you sure, doctor?” he asked, his eyes full of uncertainty.
“Yes,” the doctor nodded. “Everything is fine. Don’t worry.”
Silas nodded slowly. “Thank you, doctor.”
“Take care,” the doctor said before leaving them.
“Guess we have to share the news with the others,” Silas said, turning toward Uncle Mike’s room. “I’ll call Thomas and let him know.”
Ivy heard the sadness in his tone; the longing, but she didn’t address it.
When they reached Uncle Mike’s room, Silas pointed at Hector. “What is he doing here?”
Theresa immediately defended him. “He’s with me.”
Ivy saw the tears in Theresa’s eyes and was weirdly relieved that Theresa had decided to express something.
Silas stepped forward, about to protest. “Well, he-”
But Ivy interrupted him. “It’s fine.” Silas gave her a book but swallowed his words.
She turned to Aria, who was seated quietly by Uncle Mike’s bed. “Are you good, Aria?”
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“Yes,” Aria replied sadly, but her eyes were dry.
“Andrew’s surgery was successful. The doctor said we don’t need to stay. Let’s go home and rest,” Ivy suggested.
“… will go home with Hector, Theresa said, resting a hand on Hector’s chest.
Hector placed a protective hand on her waist, and the gesture made Ivy’s heart flutter. At least she knew Theresa was in good hands.
“We can’t have everyone scattered,” Silas objected, frowning. “We’re supposed to stay close, just in case…
“It’s just Rosie,” Theresa said. “What could she possibly do?”
The room went silent before she added. “I have my security team, and Hector is with me.” She took Hector’s i
Ivy expected Silas to disagree, but he didn’t. Instead, he sighed. “Alright then. Just be safe.”
“I’ll keep her safe, sir,” Hector assured him.
Silas looked at him for a long moment, then nodded.
Aria stood up first and left the room. Silas and Ivy followed, then Theresa and Hector.
Ivy walked over to Theresa and gave her a hug. “Call me.”
“Yes. Thank you, love,” Theresa replied, hugging her back.
“So how do we go? One after the other or together?” Ivy asked.
hand to emphasize her point.
They mumbled without a direct answer until Silas suggested they go separately. The different directions they took, the harder it would be for the media to focus.
And he was right.
The reporters scattered, unsure of who to follow. Silas and Ivy got into one car; Aria went with a group of guards in another.
Even as a small fraction of reporters had followed them, their noise was deafening. Their microphones poked the windows, hoping to get answers to their raging questions.
Ivy watched as they ran after the car. It was only when they were finally away did she then relax.
“Would Uncle Mike and Andrew be safe?” she asked Silas.
“Definitely. More guards would join the rest, Thomas has that covered.” Silas said with a reassuring smile.
She nodded, letting herself ease into the calm.
“Come,” Silas said, opening his arms.
She scooted to him and collapsed in his arms, her head resting on his chest, listening to his heartbeat.
She unbuttoned two of his shirt buttons and traced the outline of his chest. His breathing changed as she played with his nipples.
She chuckled softly. It felt good to know she had this effect on him, to know that he truly loved her.
She raised her head and their lips met. He kissed her hungrily and lifted her to his lap
She moaned as he grabbed her butt, but the build–ap ended when Silas’s phone rang.
They stopped immediately, knowing it could be important.
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“Hello?” Silas answered as Ivy returned to the seat, already wet and aching with need.
“What?” Silas snapped, sitting upright. “Okay, yes.”
“What happened?” she asked, her heart racing.
“Uhmmm… Wade said Rosie was spotted near your company.”
Her stomach twisted. “What the hell? She-”
“Go home. I’ll handle it,” he said, kissing her to stop her protest.
But she couldn’t rest. She had too much on her mind.
When they got home, Silas dropped her off and drove off again.
Just as panic about her company and staff started to spiral, her phone rang. When she saw that the caller was unknown, fear settled in her gut.
“Hello?” she answered cautiously.
“Hello, Mrs. Stone. I’m calling from Walter Hospital,” a woman’s voice said.
Walter Hospital? That was the one near Aunt May’s house, the same one she thought Cheryl would deliver at.
Why were they calling?
“Yes,” she said, keeping the dread away from her voice.
“Miss Derrick’s newborn baby needs help,” the woman continued. “You’ve been listed as her emergency contact. We need you here, ma’am.”
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