The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 1838

This abrupt statement from Lea drew all eyes onto her.

Marlinie, curious, asked with a grin, “What did you mean by ‘different; Lea?”

Lea took a few steps forward and looked up at the towering figure of Theo. “I mean, Marcus’ behavior in front of Ellinor is completely different from how he acted around Sophia.”

At the mention of Sophia, a look of distaste flashed in Theo’s eyes.

Concerned for her daughter’s well-being and wanting to know if this man could be trusted, Marlinie pressed further. “Is that so? How are they different?”

After a moment of thought, Lea replied, “His entire demeanor has changed. When Marcus is with Sophia, he’s cold, terse, and lifeless. He can’t even be bothered to give her a second glance. But with Ellinor, he’s so gentle, caring, animated, and polite.”

appeared on Ellinor’s face. She thought that Lea was exaggerating a bit. From the moment they had arrived,

gaze back to Theo. “My dear, I’ve

the invitation, Theo let go of Ellinor’s hand, saying, “I apologize. I need to step away for a

without saying another word to

chance to ask

furrowed brow, she felt a wave of unease wash over her. But

Why did Marcus leave? Did I

forward to apologize to Ellinor. “I’m sorry, Ellinor. Lea can be a bit thoughtless with her words;

head. “No. Lea didn’t say anything wrong.

better these past couple of days?” Marlinie, still unsettled by the recent events, shook her head. “I’m fine, Pearl. What about Mr. Blanchet? Do you want to go find him?”

him to meet her mother, and he