The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2512

“If that’s how you feel, there’s not much left to say. Just remember the lesson from last time, will ya? Stay clear of the taken men. There’s no one here you want to mess with.”

After mingling with the VIPS, Balfour sidled up to Dean, whispering, “Grandma and Ivy have been upstairs for a bit. I’ll go check on them. Grandpa, don’t drink anymore wine. I’ve had someone swap it out for juice.”

Dean had been nodding agreeably to the first part, but when it came to surrendering his liquor, his face dropped. It wasn’t easy, sneaking extra drinks while the missus was away, and now even this small pleasure was being snatched away by his own grandson.

Balfour couldn’t care less about Dean’s disgruntled look; at his age, he needed to watch it.

Bounding up the stairs two at a time, Balfour pushed open the door only to find Ivy gently massaging Alyssa’s temples.

“Shh-”

Ivy immediately gestured for Balfour to keep it down as he entered.

that age was indeed catching up with Alyssa. Just a bit

furrowed with concern at the

it. He took a seat next to Ivy, his

was sound asleep, Ivy tiptoed around to tuck her in with a light blanket, then led Balfour out to

no one. Their health is fading,” said Balfour.

in Balfour’s eyes. He was visibly downcast,

around him, and she couldn’t help but wrap her arms around

words could comfort Balfour at that moment, so she showed her support through her embrace, silently conveying, “Don’t worry. I’m here.”

stay by his

ruthless, and Dean and Alyssa were aging quietly without notice.

them, and not dwell in sadness. It would break their hearts to see us like

project. My fan meeting is next week, and after that, I’ll move back here. We’ll keep them company,

he could honor his grandparents by being present, ensuring their lives were without