Ivy’s POV
I was sitting on the bed, staring at the window. The day had started like any other, but my chest felt heavy. Something was off. I hadn’t seen Leon since last night. He hadn’t come to my room, hadn’t sent a maid, hadn’t even sent a message.
I should have been used to that by now.
But today felt different.
I stood up and walked to the window, pulling the curtain back just enough to see the courtyard below. The air was cold. The sky was gray. Everything looked dull. The kind of day that makes your heart feel lonely.
Then I heard it.
A loud voice.
No, not just loud. Angry.
I stepped away from the window and moved closer to the door. My heart started to beat faster.
It was Rhea’s voice.
I knew that tone. Sharp. Bitter. Hurt.
I opened my door just a little, enough to hear b
