Afterwards, Balfour made his way upstairs to the study.
With Ivy in the company of Dean and Alyssa, he felt at ease.
"Ah, Ivy, you're finally back. If Balfour hadn't texted me to say you were with him, your grandfather and I would have been worried sick!"
Ever since Ivy had a scare near the bookstore last time, the elderly couple had been extremely concerned about her.
Not only did they insist on chauffeured rides for her commutes, but they also demanded that Balfour keep them informed. If he was available, they wanted him to pick up Ivy.
Ivy had been touched more than once by their care.
But in most families, it was rare for grandparents to go to such lengths for their granddaughter-in-law.
"Grandma, Grandpa, don't worry. I'm back safe and sound, standing right here in front of you, aren't I?"
Alyssa chuckled and pulled Ivy to sit beside them.
"We're just being cautious. After all, it's better to be safe than sorry. We can't let what happened last time happen again."
Dean nodded solemnly, "Your grandma's right. We were lucky last time, but who knows about the next..."
"Knock on wood, you old man, don't talk such nonsense!"
Alyssa smacked Dean a few times.
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