"Tell me, Mr. Wood," Ivy said.

Shawn instructed, "First, when Aurum tries to seduce you, you'll go along with it, act as if you deeply love him. Acting is your forte, so I believe you can deceive him. If necessary, when he confesses his feelings for you and wants to be with you, agree. From now on, you and him will be entangled in a romantic relationship, portraying yourself as a woman deeply in love.

"Second, you need to talk to Gale."

Ivy puzzled, "Gale? But Mr. Wood, didn't you just say we shouldn't tell her for now because she wouldn't believe Aurum is that kind of person?"

"You're going to tell her that nothing happened between her and Aurum. I said it but she wouldn't believe it. You might get through to her," Shawn said lightly.

Ivy slumped weakly onto the sofa. "How do I tell her... I can't provide any evidence..."

"Tell her that she's pure. You must be sincere and make her completely believe what you say."

"Alright. I'll do my best."

Leaning against the cold wall, she