The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 1858

Marlinie was at a loss for words. All she could do was look at her friend. Her heart ached with gratitude for her friend’s openness and understanding.

Outside the hospital room, Ellinor and Theo listened to the conversation going on inside through the slightly ajar door. They then exchanged thoughtful glances.

Their trust and admiration for Bertha grew stronger. It was heartening to see her become such good friends with Marlinie.

Suddenly, the phone inside Ellinor’s pocket vibrated.

It was on silent mode, and she saw that it was a call from Marissa.

Ellinor showed the call to Theo. Theo took a glance at it and said in a calm voice, “Answer it.”

Their grandmother was probably worried about them being out so late. She must have decided to call and check on them.

tonight, Marissa’s panicked

Ellinor asked anxiously, “What’s happened? Grandma, what’s

has just been taken by a strange man! I have sent people after him. You two need to come home quickly! We still haven’t heard anything from them, and…and

Baber was taken?

up abruptly and rushed

her child’s disappearance. She didn’t care about anything else. All she wanted

followed her, trying his best to calm her

slick with sweat. She prayed desperately

fate playing such cruel tricks on her? Couldn’t she catch

had just found Theo again, and before they could settle down for a couple of peaceful days,

fast as he could, and they reached the Blanchet Villa in

they got out of the car and rushed towards the house, they ran into Veronica, who had