Chapter 23

Wren's cold voice snapped Ivy out of her thoughts. When she looked up, she realized Wren had already finished his shower. He stood just a few steps away, frowning as he stared at her. Ivy's face paled with guilt. She tightened her grip on her phone and forced a smile. "Wren, you're done already." "Yeah." Wren lowered his gaze, hiding the irritation in his eyes. "Did you need something?" Ivy's heart pounded. She clutched her phone tighter, trying to steady herself. "Yes." She nodded, pulling back the covers and stepping off the bed. Her bare feet sank into the carpet as she approached him. Leaning into his chest, she whispered, "Wren, we're getting engaged soon. It's just the two of us tonight, so I want to—" Wren's eyes darkened. Without waiting for her to finish, he grabbed a jacket and draped it over her shoulders. "It's late. I still have work to do. You should head back and rest," Wren said. He looked exhausted, but his tone was full of concern. Ivy couldn't fault him, bu