Chapter 2197


    Chapter 2197


    As Ivy grasped the spoon, she stirred the chilly blend of mint and lemon, her mind a whirlwind as she


    searched for the right words,


    “How’s the taste of that lemonade, dear? I spent quite some time perfecting it, you know.”


    “Really? Let me try!” Ivy hastened to scoop up a spoonful and slipped it into her mouth. Before she


    even swallowed, the sweet refreshment burst onto her pte.


    “It’s delicious! Nothing Grandma makes ever tastes bad!”


    Dean was also earnestly sipping on his lemonade, though his portion was notably smaller-a precaution


    Alyssa had taken to monitor his sugar intake. So, there he was, savoring each sip with focused delight.


    “Seeing you enjoy it makes all the afternoon’s work worth it. How about I pack a jug for you to take to


    the setter, hmm?”


    Ivy’s stirring paused.


    “Grandma… I might not go back to the set this afternoon. There’s been a bit of a… situation.”


    “Oh?” Alyssa quickly set down her spoon, concern disying on her brows. “Is someone at the set


    giving you trouble? Remember, if anyone bullies you, tell your grandpa and me!”


    The warmth in Ivy’s heart swelled; a cherished favor she had never quite experienced before now fully


    felt in the presence of her Alyssa and Dean.


    “No one’s bullying me. It’s just that I’ve had a bit of a misunderstanding with Balfour.”


    It must be serious if Ivy hade home early because of a personal issue, especially if it meant


    leaving work halfway through the day.


    Alyssa’s inquisitive gaze urged Ivy to spill the beans.


    “Grandma, Grandpa, it’s like this-I had a scene with a male actor that went viral on a social media app,


    making everyone think we’re an item. I was about to rify things with him today when Balfour walked


    in and he got the wrong idea.”


    Ivy’s eyes clouded withplexity at the mention of Balfour.


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    “Silly girl, did you rush back from the set just because of this?”


    Alyssa took Ivy’s hand, and Ivy looked up at her with a hint of bewilderment.


    “Grandma, many people know I’m your granddaughter-inw, and I’m afraid it might cause trouble for


    you and Grandpa. I’m sorry… I never wanted…”


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    “You, my dear, are worrying too much. Your grandpa and I might not mind gossiping much, but we do


    hear things. Even if we ignore them, there are always those eager to ensure we’re ‘informed’ We knew


    about this long before you thought to tell us.”


    Alyssa patted Ivy’s hand reassuringly, signaling her to be at ease.


    As Ivy had feared, some people were aware of her ties to the Howard family, and some coveted Ivy’s


    position, thinking they could sway the elders by whispering scandals into their ears.


    But Alyssa had little regard for those who resorted to such tactics!


    And as for lvy’s character, she and her husband knew her worth all too well.


    “People these days think we’re senile. Even if there were something between you and that actor from


    the set, would you be so bold as to unt it in front of colleagues?


    Besides, though we’ve aged, we’re not oblivious to the ways of the inte. Your


    interaction with the actor-it’s just publicity, right?


    Handled well, it could draw more attention to your movie, correct? It’s just a way to attract an audience.


    We’re well aware of that.”