Chapter 2511

Balfour had pulled out all the stops for Alyssa’s birthday party, really hoping to add a splash of joy to the old couple’s lives.

The truth was, at their age, their days were mostly spent within the walls of their home, their circle of friends ever-dwindling.

As they often remarked with a hint of sadness, every encounter with a friend might be the last.

Balfour didn’t want them to feel trapped by their years; he aimed to fill the old family manor with laughter and life, to stir up some excitement for them.

Frankly, he couldn’t care less about the opinions of most guests at the party.

But to keep his grandparents beaming with pride, he played the role of the doting grandson, quietly following in their footsteps.

especially when others praised

and Balfour, feeling a tad anxious,

by Olivia, gracefully approached, the hem of her dress

expected her to still be around, especially after discussing with Balfour the need to send her away. Now that Balfour and Ivy had moved out, at least she wasn’t a

her temperament, had she been aware of Mara’s past misdeeds, she wouldn’t have allowed her to

was tactful, simply offering Dean a glass of wine

ought to do. If

She’s a bit tired and resting upstairs. You young folks shouldn’t worry about us-go mingle and enjoy

well aware that Alyssa would be delighted right now with Ivy by her side, but if Mara were to show up, her smile might

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