Ivy observed Joshua's every move while he geared up, preparing for the battle that would take place in a matter of few hours. He knew Ivy was staring at him. Yet, he did not glance at her even once, much to the girl's disappointment. His indifferent attitude was hurting her from within, and Joshua too understood what Ivy was feeling after seeing her crestfallen face. Although he did not want to hurt her, he could not control his anger.
Joshua was not angry at Ivy. It was more directed towards himself, for it was he who had failed to protect Maggie. But Ivy had been at the receiving end, and Joshua sighed when he noticed Ivy's dejected face. Ivy's back was towards him, and he stealthily padded towards her, not alerting her. Without any heads up, he spun her around and crashed his lips on hers, taking her breath away.
