The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 1557

Balfour gave her a nod. “That’s right. I’ve asked a friend to arrange a time for me to fly over to M State to see her. I came here to ask if you want to come along.”

Without a second thought, Ellinor nodded. “Yes!”

She paused, as if something sprang to mind, and she hesitated.

Balfour noticed her worry and patted her head gently. “Worried about the kids at home?”

Ellinor sighed and nodded. “Taking them along would be inconvenient, but leaving them behind is worrisome. And now…”

She trailed off, but Balfour knew why.

Because that man who disappeared for three years had resurfaced, she feared that she might miss him again if she left.

“If you’re worried, stay here. I’ll go over and take a look. Perhaps she’s not our mother.” Balfour comforted her as he patted her on the head.

regardless of the outcome; she

here instead? I can cover her travel

friend told me that she wouldn’t agree to travel abroad or meet strangers. If we

Ellinor frowned. “Then…”

understood her dilemma. “Alright, if you’re torn, don’t go. I’ll go first, and no matter the outcome, I’ll bring

moment. “Let me think about it. When are you planning to leave for

“Early, tomorrow.”

about it and give you an answer

Balfour nodded. “Alright.”

me about this

“What are you saying? We’re siblings. This matter is about our mother; of course, I would tell you immediately. Ellinor, when will you stop being so formal

consider acknowledging Balfour

some work to attend to. You should get going too, Mr. Howard. I’ll call you tonight once I’ve made up my

“Alright, go. I’ll wait for your call.”

the car and walked back to the Blanchet Building with a