The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2053

Alyssa’s words were like a soothing balm to Giselle, who quickly plastered on a smile and said, “Uh… I’m truly honored that you’d invite me over for dinner. But as the younger generation, having you cook for me feels a bit embarrassing. Perhaps I could lend a hand?”

With that, Giselle set her purse aside, ready to follow Alyssa into the kitchen to help prepare the evening meal.

Alyssa, however, extended her hand in a leisurely gesture, signaling for Giselle to stop. “No need, dear. You’re a guest, and having you work wouldn’t be proper. Besides, we have a tradition in the Howard household: not just anyone can enter the kitchen.”

She paused, a solemn smile gracing her lips. “The Howard family kitchen is solely reserved for the lady of the house and the household staff.”

Giselle’s face stiffened, finally grasping the purpose behind Alyssa’s invitation.

This was Alyssa’s way of putting her in her place, reminding her of where she stood.

“Alright, let’s get some coffee for Giselle! I must go and prepare dinner for our guests.”

rose and made her

“Please, have a seat, Giselle. Would you

word from Alyssa and the Howard servants was a stark reminder that she was merely a guest in the

teeth silently, she followed the servant and sat

had time on

the true Mrs. Howard, everyone would see who

early that day, recalling that Alyssa had asked her to come home for dinner. She hurried back, only to

were not common in the Howard household.

they have a

the living room only to find Giselle seated on the

she doing