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.

up her makeup, and the three finally

did our birthday girl wander off to? Left us all here without a trace of

a couple of glasses of wine and I was out like a light on the sofa. If Ivy

is Magnolia. Go on, say hello,” Alyssa urged.

greeted Magnolia with extra politeness, which

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 enjoys her

“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

to show you,” Magnolia retorted. The two seniors were quick to start their playful banter, but within moments they were arm in arm,

had rarely seen Alyssa

the two old friends so engrossed in conversation, Balfour took Ivy’s hand and led her to another part of the party, picking up two glasses

this happy. Has Magnolia been a family friend for many years?” Ivy