The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2513

The hostess of today’s party, Alyssa, couldn’t afford to disappear from her own party for too long, especially since Dean, was still downstairs by himself.

“Granny, Granny-” Ivy leaned in and called out a few times. Alyssa hadn’t woken yet, and it wouldn’t do to let her keep sleeping on the couch-it was a surefire way to catch a chill.

“Hmm?” Alyssa finally opened her eyes, looking a bit disoriented as she took in her surroundings.

“Oh dear, I must be getting on in years to have nodded off like this.”

Ivy chuckled as she helped Alyssa sit up, while Balfour handed her a glass of water at just the right temperature.

“Alyssa, you’re just working too hard. From now on, let Balfour and me handle these things for you,” Ivy said with a smile that reassured Alyssa.

and the three finally made their way back to the

girl wander off to? Left us all here without a trace of you,” joked

the years catching up with me. Just a couple of glasses of wine and I was out like a light on the sofa. If Ivy hadn’t woken me, I’d probably still be sleeping,” Alyssa said with

dear, this is Magnolia. Go on, say hello,” Alyssa

so she greeted Magnolia

so sweet. I like her a lot too. Ivy, if Balfour ever gives you trouble, you come straight to me, and I’ll set you up with a fine young man.” Ivy cast a help-seeking glance back at Balfour, who chuckled, “Magnolia always

hand, saying, “Don’t you go getting ideas about my granddaughter-in-law. If you’re so fond of her, go find one of your own! I’m not letting this gem

quick to start their playful banter, but within moments they were arm in arm, chatting

seen Alyssa so lively.

Ivy’s hand and led her to another part of the party, picking up two

ever see Granny this happy. Has Magnolia been a family