Chapter 52

Ivy turned around and spotted her—Arona—leaning against the wall with a smug expression. God, please just erase her from existence, Ivy thought bitterly. “Oh, hey,” Ivy said with a forced smile. Arona rolled her eyes and gave Aaron a hard look. “You two done now?” Ivy sighed. Does she not see I’m standing right here? “Yes, we’re done,” Ivy replied, glancing at Aaron. “I wasn’t talking to you,” Arona snapped. Aaron immediately reached for Ivy’s hand. “Let it go, Ivy,” he said calmly. “What is it with you?” Arona sneered. “So you’re really into this little whore?” Aaron’s jaw clenched. Rage flashed in his eyes. He stepped forward, his hand lifting halfway into the air before Ivy caught it. “Do you want to hit me? Because of her?” Arona asked, smirking. Aaron’s voice trembled with fury. “Don’t you dare call her that. I love her—” “Calm down, honey,” Ivy whispered, taking his hand gently. “I take your words as a compliment, Ms. Arona,” Ivy said with a calm smile. “Let’s see who wins in the