The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2900

If it weren’t for the grand dining table creating a vast space between them, Imogen might have snapped her daughter out of her nonsense with a swift tap on the shoulder.

“Why put yourself through this embarrassment?” she thought. “The man doesn’t even notice you, and yet here you are, fawning over him like some lovestruck puppy.”

Madeline, not rushing to sip her soup, flashed a wry smile. “Sis, don’t be mad at my bluntness; I’m just speaking the truth. Take today, for example. The sudden visit from my brother-in-law, and Mom and Dad were clueless. It’s not exactly ideal.

The roast was barely out of the oven. If word gets out, people will gossip that the Tanners don’t know the first thing about hospitality. Besides, Nolan is family. You, of all people, should understand and look out for his interests, right?”

The sharpness in her eyes said it all; she knew exactly what little scheme was

family? It was all just a ploy for

or social grace from her time at school. A single woman

needed to maintain her dignity. His role was to stand behind her when she needed

served Nolan another helping of food, then gracefully wiped her mouth with a napkin before speaking in an even tone.

face contorted into a quick, embarrassed smile, trying to regain her composure. “What are you talking about, sis? When have I ever been in charge? I’m just echoing Dad’s feelings as a concerned daughter. If you don’t believe