The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2081

She knew that Balfour was putting on another show for his relatives, but every aspect of his demeanor felt suffocating, making it hard for her to even enjoy her tea.

Nolan replied awkwardly, “Thanks for the concern, but I’m not in a rush.”

“I’m just reminding you, aside from work, focus on things and people that matter, and don’t let your folks worry.”

Balfour silently regarded the tiny teacup in his hand, his profile as meticulously sculpted as a statue, dangerous and secretive.

Nolan heard a warning in his words and his expression stiffened.

Giselle, on the other hand, was about to explode. That Ivy, mute as a fish, how on earth could she be a fitting Mrs. Howard?

She couldn’t even handle basic socializing what else was she good for?

Giselle thought that if she became Mrs. Howard, she would manage Balfour’s family affairs so well, unlike Ivy, who was useless.

room was

had their own

break the silence, presenting their appetizer, “Here’s

plates of raw fish and shrimp, her appetite completely absent. The only raw food she could tolerate was the occasional sliver on top of a sushi roll; this spread was beyond her palate.

hadn’t expected the restaurant’s custom of serving dishes from light

“When we first came here, Balfour fell in love with their sea urchin. It’s top quality, paired with a special sauce. You should

dish.”

didn’t touch the dish Giselle offered but instead signaled for the cooked dishes to come

who don’t understand Japanese cuisine start with cooked dishes? What’s changed

felt even less inclined to eat.

remained expressionless: “You also know that’s all in the past. People change.”

Just a casual question. Habits change, and

Not participating in the meal would make her

group.

said Balfour’s previous favorite was some deep-sea variety, costing a fortune per