The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 1622

Balfour huffed. “You’re really growing a spine, huh?”

On the outside, Byran seemed tough, but on the inside, he was nervous. He was afraid that his brother would lose his temper and give him a piece of his mind.

Yet Balfour, although displeased, didn’t lash out. Instead, he said, “You’re not a kid anymore. It’s about time you started thinking about settling down. But don’t just jump on the bandwagon because you see others getting married.”

Byran looked serious. “I’m not jumping on any bandwagon. I’ve been thinking about this every day for three years. I’ve been thinking about how I can bring Ida back home. Bro, just agree to us getting engaged.”

Balfour pinched the bridge of his nose. “I’m just your brother, not your parent. Discuss this with our grandparents and father. If they agree, I won’t object.”

Upon hearing that his brother wouldn’t object, Byran breathed a sigh of relief. “As long as you agree, we’re half way there. Thanks, bro!”

Balfour fell silent.

said he agreed just to get

from the kitchen with three small water bottles.

“Ida, my brother has agreed

was unreadable, but up close, he

the water bottles on the

a

under their scrutiny, turned and

got shut out, but thankfully he had the foresight to

a hint of concern flickered in Ellinor’s eyes. She turned to Balfour and said, “Mr. Howard, you don’t seem to be thrilled with the idea of Ida

think Byran is not worthy of her, and they’re not

“Oh, please! I bet you’re just bothered by the fact that Ida is older than Byran.

angry on behalf of her friend, Balfour sighed. “Ellinor, even if I had no objections, would you really feel at ease letting your good friend