The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 1683

Byran forced his voice to sound hoarse. I’m not sure. Maybe I aggravated my wound when I called you.”

Ida frowned at him. “Are you nuts? Why didn’t you use your uninjured arm to make the call?”

Byran looked hurt. “I was worried about you, so I didn’t really think about that.”

A muffled laugh came from the couch nearby, catching Ida’s attention. She looked over and noticed a middle-aged man sitting there.

McNeil couldn’t hold back his laughter after watching his stubborn son act so pitifully in front of a girl. He had missed a great career in acting.

Judging by his appearance, Ida guessed who he was and looked a little embarrassed. “You must be Mr. Howard. I’m sorry I didn’t notice you earlier.”

don’t mind me. You

a bit taken aback by his nonchalant attitude.

Byran pulled Ida’s hand and continued his performance. “Ida, my wound hurts. Can you

he had lost his mind. “You’ve got a tear in your flesh. How can I rub that? It’ll only worsen the wound.”

Byran fell silent.

but he forgot

How embarrassing…

blow on it then? A couple of your breaths, and I’d be alright.” Byran

of his father. She forced a smile

what’s there to be embarrassed about? Ida,

has reopened. I think you might need stitches. Don’t move. I’ll get the doctor.” As she turned to leave, Byran realized his act was about to be exposed. He quickly grabbed her. “Ida, I’m fine! The doctor is busy. Don’t bother him. Just stay here with me. Your