Chapter 1257

Stella mumbled, "Why did you keep pressuring me to make it work with him? And keep saying Dawsons don't get divorced?" Grace gave Stella's forehead a soft tap. "I've always wanted your happiness, not a breakup. And yes, our family hasn't seen a divorce, that's true." Feeling the poke, Stella winced. "Mom, stop that, please." Grace said firmly, "You need a little prodding to think about what's best for you, Stella. You've always put the family's needs before your own, even when you were just a kid." Her voice softened as she fought back a swell of emotion, not wanting to let tears show in front of Stella. Glancing over at John, who was dawdling, she called out, "Hey, John, let's get a move on, alright? Bring those bags over here. We need to get the cold items into the fridge." John said, "Just walked in and I'm already thirsty." "There's a water dispenser with cups on the counter. Go ahead, I've got the things," Stella replied, gesturing toward the kitchen. John paused, a thoughtf