A Farewell After Being Reborn novel Chapter 270

Sage looked up and noticed Leo approaching them. Sage was aware that Leo wasn't fond of her, so she pushed Ian away, straightened up, and greeted him politely, "Good afternoon, Father."

Leo didn't acknowledge her and scowled at Ian. "Ian, there are so many elders here. This is not the time or place for this."

"Leo, this is just how young couples are. It's no big deal!" Ian's aunt spoke up before Ian could respond.

"Even so, that is so unruly of you! What happened to all those etiquette lessons you had?" Leo chided.

Ian frowned. "There's no rule of etiquette that says you can't hug your wife."

"Ian Holcomb!" Leo's face flushed with anger.

"Oh, come on, Leo. It's supposed to be a joyous occasion. There's no need to get all worked up. Let's just talk this out calmly." She then smacked her head and said, "The maid brewed me some coffee. I'll go check if it's ready!"

Sage also planned to excuse herself after Ian's aunt left. But before she could, a gentle voice came from behind. "Mr. Leo Holcomb."

Sage turned around to see Ivy. The woman was dressed in a ladylike skirt and was all dolled up. It appeared as if the recent allergic reaction hadn't affected her much as she still wore a gentle smile on her face.

"Good afternoon, Mr. and Mrs. Holcomb," she greeted Ian and Sage.

Ian nodded at Ivy. Sage discreetly clenched her fists as she thought about what had happened in Colville. She wished she could just strangle Ivy right then and there!

"Ivy, why are you addressing Ian so formally?" Leo's forehead creased when he heard that. "Aren't you and Ian close?"

"Even if we're close, I need to be mindful. Mr. Holcomb is married. I can't risk upsetting Mrs. Holcomb," Ivy responded gently.

"Would you seriously get upset over something like this? Are you honestly that narrow-minded?" Leo looked at Sage reproachfully.

"I'll go check on her," Ian said.

He was about to go after Sage when Leo stopped him. "What's this about a divorce?"

Ian looked at his father and said calmly, "We had a bit of a disagreement. She was just saying that because she's angry."

"I doubt it. She didn't even show me basic respect!"

"Father," Ian said respectfully, "you can't expect people to respect you if you don't respect them first."

Leo's expression hardened. "Are you implying that I didn't respect her? She's my daughter-in-law! Why can't I reprimand her?"