After a while, Liam sighed and said, “It’s all good now. Let’s toast to my babe’s success.”

Zelda smiled faintly and took his hand.

Meanwhile, Ivy waited outside, scanning the road. Her heart was light. She had earned the scholarship—Aaron would be proud.

Just then, Joe appeared out of nowhere.

“Ivy,” he said, grabbing her wrist tightly.

“What are you doing?” she snapped. “Let go of me!”

She tried to pull away, but his grip tightened.

“I want you to come with me,” he ...