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.

Just a bit

furrowed with concern at

his fingers, and there was nothing he could do to stop it. He took a seat next to Ivy, his gaze heavy with worry as he looked

were sure Alyssa was sound asleep, Ivy tiptoed around to tuck her in with a light blanket, then

no one. Their health

a somber look in Balfour’s eyes. He was visibly downcast, his frown shielding

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

could comfort Balfour at that moment, so she showed her support through her

she’d stay by his side.

was ruthless, and Dean and Alyssa were

cherish the time we have with them, be there for them, and not dwell in sadness. It would break their hearts to see us like this,” Ivy whispered, as

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

time’s relentless march, but he could honor his grandparents by being present, ensuring