Chapter 598

Ivy's POV

I glanced around quickly. The reception area was empty. Heidi had gone somewhere. Lucinda was in the kitchen with Lily. No guests in sight.

Still, I lowered my voice.

"Gideon, this isn't the best time," I said, moving to the farthest corner of the lobby.

"I can't reach you on your cell," he snapped, his voice sharp, "so this is the time. I need to understand what the hell went through yo