The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 1464

Prosperity Auction House.

Balfour picked up Ellinor from the Blanchet Villa first thing in the morning and brought her with him to the auction.

Layla insisted on accompanying her mother, and Ellinor, unable to resist her daughter’s coquettish charm, decided to bring Baber and ‘Adrian’ along as well.

As they stepped into the auction house, the manager greeted them with respect. “Mr. Howard, welcome. Your box has been reserved. Let me show you the way.”

Balfour, cradling Layla in his arms, nodded slightly and followed the manager at a leisurely pace.

Ellinor and her two sons followed closely behind.

secluded, and since they were on the second floor,

crowd below. “Quite a turnout for this auction.

manager nodded with a smile. “Indeed. Most people here are interested in the Blue

instructed the manager on what to get him. “No coffee. Bring some kid-friendly beverages

for snacks

looking at the little one in his arms, spoke softly, “Layla, what would you like to eat today? Let Uncle know, and once Uncle and

acted like he was handling a delicate artifact.

you should ask Mommy. Whatever

Layla’s little nose. “Such a small child, and yet so considerate? Are you

“Because Mommy is the best. Of course Layla has to please her.”

but laugh at

her eyes and looked at the crowd below. “Everyone seems to have their eyes on that plot of land. The bidding is going to be fierce today.”

worry, I’m here with you today. We will win whatever you

react much. But Adrian, in her arms, looked surprised.