Chapter 731

Stephen listened to Philip's words, but instead of showing joy, his brows furrowed deeply. "Dad, are you absolutely sure it's really Ivy? You know exactly why Splendid slide has been putting so much effort into finding her. What if they've sent someone to impersonate—" Philip cut him off sharply. "I may not trust others' integrity, but that girl Willow—I'd stake my life on her. If it weren't for her, your old man might not have made it back at all. And need I remind you who's been making those sauces you've been gobbling up with such delight these past few days?" Stephen's expression froze. Over the past week, Philip had mentioned the name "Willow" more frequently than even William. It had become painfully clear to Stephen —the primary reason his father had changed his mind about returning to Splendid slide was this very Willow. From Philip's descriptions, Stephen had pieced together an image of an intelligent, perceptive, and kind-hearted young woman. Yet the whole situation seemed to