The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 1439

The sound of Sophia’s voice prompted the man to turn his head slowly. His handsome face was striking from every angle, but there was a persistent hint of melancholy in his eyes. He glanced at Sophia but offered no words.

A window was ajar in the room, letting a breeze in. The white curtains fluttered around him, accentuating the frail beauty of the man who was bound to a wheelchair year-round.

Sophia, used to his reticence, didn’t give it much thought. She closed the window before turning back to him. “You didn’t touch your lunch in the dining room. Did you at least take your medicine?” She asked.

“Uh-huh, I did.” He finally replied.

Sophia glanced at the pill bottle on the nightstand. “Marcus, we came back to help Dad sell off his companies and assets here. Once we’ve wrapped everything up, we can wash our hands of it all and not have to worry about any business here.”,

Marcus seemed to half-listen as he gazed out at the city. “Have I been to this city before?”

Sophia was taken aback, and a hint of guilt flickered in her eyes before she forced a casual smile. “No, not at all! You were born and raised in the M State. This is your first time here.”

window, deep in thought. “Why do these streets

around the world are often quite similar in their design. Now, don’t fret about it. You haven’t

is fine. I’d like to take a bath first.” Marcus

course.” Sophia gently moved closer to him, pushing his wheelchair toward

door, Marcus braked the wheelchair with his hands. “That’s enough. You can leave now.” He said, his voice deep

at home. It might be hard for you with your legs.

Just take care of Tristan. I can manage on

then, I’ll go keep Tristan company. Don’t lock the door and call me

Marcus acknowledged and maneuvered his wheelchair into the bathroom, closing the door behind

bathroom door for a moment as her fists clenched in silent frustration before she turned to attend to their child.

Inside the bathroom.

hands to push himself up from