"Thank you," Ivy said with a smile, "but I'm going upstairs first."

"All right, sure!"

Ivy had reached the halfway point of the stairwell when Bill opened the door. She cast a glance behind her and noticed Wyatt being pushed in.

Jimmy greeted Wyatt enthusiastically, causing his small pink apron to sway with his movements.

"Mr. Reed, you've returned! A man like you, who works diligently every day yet retains the such charm, is the ideal match for Ms. Morgan! You two are a match made in heaven! I'm at a loss for words to describe you."

Bill was about to ascend the stairs in search of Ivy. When he...