The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2869

Regina pressed her lips together and flashed them a shy smile. She had braced herself for a barrage of subtle jabs from those elders, but to her surprise, they were nothing but kind-hearted. The thought made her feel even more awkward, especially when she considered how her father’s demeanor would starkly contrast with theirs.

Nolan stepped forward, his hand finding its way to Regina’s shoulder as he guided her

inside.

“Come on, I told you there’s no need to wait by the door. Grandma and Grandpa are getting on in years; what if they catch a chill?”

His grandma, Oriana, waved off the concern, “Nonsense, I’m as fit as a fiddle. Regina, dear, come sit by me, will you?”

The family took their seats, and although Regina was originally supposed to sit next to Nolan, his grandma’s invitation clearly meant a change of plans.

and sitting next

“What’s the matter?

mean any disrespect. I am

over the task from Oriana, pulling out the chair and assisting

that as she threw Nolan a natural glance. It was like a moment of spontaneous intimacy they shared, which reassured the watching elders a little.

and didn’t mind supporting the Tanners, they still hoped Nolan would marry for love. It would be

pass on this very moment, I

own, “I’m aware of the troubles back at your folks’ place. Now that you’ve joined our family, you shouldn’t

the guiltier Regina felt. Despite their kindness, she

the conversation and making sure everyone’s glasses were filled and fully playing

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