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"Do you really think Alyssa won't see right through that store-bought gift? She'll just think I didn't
put my heart into it.â
Deep down, Ivy was more than willing to craft something with her own hands to give to Alyssa, but
such a gift might seem a bit too âmodestâ for someone of Alyssaâs standing.
To those high society folks, sincerity is ironically the cheapest commodity. Ivy knew she had to
present something of tangible value to Alyssa to properly show her respect.
Balfour leaned in and nuzzled Ivy's cheek, which was as soft as a baby's skin.
He couldn't resist doing it every time, and though Ivy playfully swatted at his face when she got fed
up, her touch was so gentle it barely counted. Regardless, Balfour continued to do as he pleased,
leaving Ivy to her solitary fretting.
âIf you start thinking like the rest of those snobs, that's when Grandma will truly be heartbroken.
She'll treasure whatever you give her. If you really want to show her how you feel, then put your
own touch on something,â he said.
Their family had climbed the social ladder to this lofty position, and if Ivy couldn't even do what she
wanted, then what was the point of all their efforts?
Balfour had always said Ivy shouldn't worry so much. Whatever she chose to give to Alyssa, people
would clap and cheer anyway. The line of those looking to curry favor with Ivy could stretch from
here to the moon.
Now, as the legitimate granddaughter-in-law of the Howard family, who would dare give her the
cold shoulder?
Even if some turned their noses up at Ivy's gift, they'd only do so behind closed doors. Those who
couldn't help but make snide remarks to her face wouldn't be caught dead at a Howard family
gathering.
With Balfour's reassurances, Ivy sighed and said with a pout, âAlright then, I'll knit her-a scarf. It's
been chilly when we go out lately, and she loves her strolls in the garden. A scarf could keep her
warm. What do you think?â
To Balfour, nothing could represent Ivy's sentiments better than her handiwork, but he couldn't help
but quip, âI haven't even received a scarf you've knitted for me.â
Ivy just pinched his lips shut. Their romance hadn't followed the typical path. Most couples would
get to know each other, fall in love, and exchange handmade gifts. But Ivy and Balfour had skipped
all that.
âI'll knit hers first, and then we can talk about yours,â she said, a mischievous glint in her
eye.
But a mere scarf wouldn't suffice. She convinced Balfour to also pick out a stunning
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ald brooch for her Alyssa could pin tone scart for an added touch of alleganos
Bufour was quite pleased in the end, especially since by's first knitting attempt made
with holes and dropped stitches was bestowed upon fum as a practice piece the work t
a badge of honor over his suit to the reward Group
The engloyees, seeing the CEO sporting such a unique acar didi dare stare. They jus wondered if this
was a new high fashion trend chic tattered chic perhaps
Though they struggled to grasp the concept the scarf did add a touch of nobility to
it
Balfours attire, and he wore with striking charm After all he could make even a rag kook dashing
By the timely finished the
for Alyssa heighteth berthday had arrived
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emerald brooch for her. Alyssa could pin it on the scarf for an added touch of elegance.
Balfour was quite pleased in the end, especially since Ivy's first knitting attempt-riddled with holes
and dropped stitches-was bestowed upon him as a practice piece. He wore it like a badge of honor
over his suit to the Howard Group.
The employees, seeing their CEO sporting such a unique scarf, didn't dare stare. They just wondered
if this was a new high-fashion trend-chic tattered chic, perhaps?
Though they struggled to grasp the concept, the scarf did add a touch of nobility to Balfour's attire,
and he wore it with striking charm. After all, he could make even a rag look dashing.
By the time Ivy finished the scarf for Alyssa, her eightieth birthday had arrived.
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