The sudden pull made Sage let out a small cry. In the next second, she found herself in a broad embrace.The slightly familiar scent of cedar reached her nostrils. As she turned her head, she realized it was Ian.He must have just come from the elevator. His handsome face was slightly tense, and his dark eyes were coldly fixed on Shane."Who gave you permission to touch her?" Ian asked in a low voice.Shane's expression was equally unfriendly. "What does it have to do with you? And what right do you have to grab Sage?"Upon seeing the confrontation, Sage pulled herself away from Ian and stood beside Shane. Frowning at Ian, she asked, "What are you doing here?"Ian looked at Sage. Her makeup was flawless today, enhancing her already delicate beauty. She wore a white, form-fitting dress which was simple, yet exquisite. It perfectly accentuated her figure.The dress ended just above the knee, revealing her slender, fair legs. It made her look like an ethereal spirit.Standing next

Sage turned around and saw Zachary."Zack," said Sage with a smile.Zachary nodded and looked at Shane. "Is this your friend?" he asked."Yes. Meet Shane Morrison."Shane extended his hand and greeted Zachary. "Nice to meet you.""Nice to meet you too, Mr. Morrison," said Zachary politely.They made small talk for a moment before Owen approached Shane."Shane, you seem to know a lot about antiques. I have a friend over there who's a professional. Shall we go and talk to him?" asked Owen.Sage was worried that Shane would feel uncomfortable, so she tried to turn Owen down for him. "Uncle … ""Sure! As long as you don't think I'm annoying," said Shane with a smile. "Sage, I'm going to have a chat with them. I'll see you later."Shane nodded at Zachary cordially before walking off. Zachary watched him leave with Owen before saying, "Sage, you told me you would consider someone. Is Mr. Morrison the person you were talking about?"Sage could hear a tinge of bitterness in his vo

Sage was surprised to hear Donald's words. Ian had gone to see him alone? Sage couldn't tell Donald about what had happened in Toledonese, so she merely said that Ian had gotten into an accident and injured himself."Did he get injured from protecting you?" asked Donald.Sage nodded."And you don't feel touched at all?" Donald asked in surprise.In the past life, Sage's heart would have broken if Ian even scratched himself because of her, much less taken a bullet for her. Now, Sage just felt weary. She said simply, "The situation was complicated. It's hard to tell you everything all at once."Donald thought about it and said, "Sage, I hope that you only get into a new relationship because you love that person. Not because of other reasons."Sage knew what he meant and said, "Don't worry, Grandpa. I'm not accepting Shane just because I'm trying to make Ian jealous."Only then did Donald feel relieved. "Okay. You're really all grown up now."They chatted for a while more until

Ian tightened his grip around her and said, "Sage, I know you hate me. I hate myself too. I hate myself for not being more patient with you last time and not knowing my feelings for you sooner… "I was wrong. I'll appreciate you better from now on. Sage, don't leave me behind. Give me some time and give me a chance to correct my mistakes."Sage was stuck in his tight embrace and his hot breath brushed against her ear. She had thought that she had lost all feelings for him, but his words still made her feel sad. "Ian, not all mistakes can be made right." Sage made her tone sound indifferent and said, "I accept your apology, but I don't have feelings for you anymore. I can't give you another chance.""Is it because of Shane?" Ian looked up and his eyes were filled with pain."There will be other men even without Shane. I can't give up on love just because you hurt me. I would still start a new relationship. "You don't have to feel like you've lost. Stop asking me to take you back

Actually, Ivy wasn't afraid of Sandra. If it wasn't for Ian, she would never have let Sandra get out of jail in Toledon back then.Alas, Ian was hell-bent on protecting Sandra. He had not only put Sandra through a psychiatric evaluation but even put her in the same mental institution as Ivy!Even though Ronald had asked nurses to protect Ivy, Sandra always found a way to appear in front of her. She would berate Ivy and even beat her up like a maniac! Ronald had begged Leo Holcomb to save Ivy many times. Leo had already helped her escape prosecution and there was no way he would keep going against Ian to help her.Besides, Ian had been in charge of Holcomb Corporation for so many years. Leo could no longer threaten him so easily.Ivy had finally seen the reality after so many days of torment. Ian wouldn't let her off the hook, and she had no choice but to cooperate with him.Ivy looked at him with red-rimmed eyes and said, "Ian, can I ask you a few questions before I start explai