Unlike when he didn't have his sight but was left to believe what he felt, now, he had his sight and also his feelings. He'd know when it's fake and real.
Just then, his phone buzzed on the bed beside him. He glanced at the screen and swallowed when he saw it was Ethan.
Stefan's brow furrowed, thumb brushing over the screen. He didn't answer. Not with Ivy here. He'd called Ethan because he wanted to ask him to look into Ruby but he had not picked up. Now he was calling and though he wanted to recieve it and make the request as soon as possible, it could wait. He thought as he placed the call on silent.
"Who is it?" Ivy asked casually, stepping closer.
"Ethan," Stefan replied evenly, slipping the phone into his pocket.
He turned his head slightly, expecting to hear a polite remark. Instead, he caught the faintest scoff from Ivy. Not loud, but sharp enough to make Elizabeth glance up. Stefan didn't miss the way Ivy's lips curled in distaste.
