The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2468

She had decided that once the film wrapped up, she would take a break before diving into another role. This time was, of course, meant to be spent cherishing moments with Alyssa and Dean, who were getting on in years.

Alyssa was elated by the attention. “My dear, even if you were to twirl around me every day, I would never tire of it. How could I not be happy with such a sweet grandchild?”

Dean was in high spirits, too, and Ivy’s eyes welled up with tears when she saw the dining table laden with all her favorite foods.

“This morning, Balfour mentioned you’d be coming home, so I made sure Althea prepared all your favorites. You haven’t had these in a while, have you?

Look at this sweet and sour pork! I personally went with the chef to pick out the freshest cuts. You’re gonna love it!”

Alyssa continued to describe the dishes, and Ivy couldn’t help but wonder how long the two old folks had been planning this meal.

She felt a twinge of regret. If she had come back unexpectedly, they wouldn’t have had to go through all this trouble.

Now, they had put in so much effort just for a family dinner, and she would be leaving again in the morning.

seem worth

sensing Ivy’s thoughts, gently patted her back.

joy earlier. A surprise visit wouldn’t be as happy as anticipating your arrival, don’t

words, Ivy stopped dwelling on

make sure to

want to spoil Alyssa

seat at the dinner table, and Alyssa kept piling food onto her plate, but Ivy ate it all

really are

back, patting her belly,

it, then come back more often. Preparing this was no

“We definitely

planned to chat with Alyssa and Dean after dinner, but soon after settling on the couch, she couldn’t fight off the sleepiness.

to rest more comfortably on his shoulder, before quietly explaining to Alyssa.

around eleven or twelve at night. We came because today’s scenes finished early, and I