The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2122

As Balfour stood up, his tall frame cast a shadow over Ivy.

“Take off your jacket, let’s see if you’re hurt anywhere,” he said with earnest concern; his gaze was clear of any ulterior motive.

Ivy blushed a deep crimson, “Ah? No, I’m really fine. I’m not hurt…”

Balfour knew Ivy was stubborn so he didn’t quite believe her. His eyes narrowed slightly in disagreement.

He had just had a taste of what her parents were like.

Growing up in that kind of household, even getting hurt was considered a nuisance in their eyes – that was why Ivy had long learned to keep all her pain locked away inside.

And that’s exactly why he was even more worried.

“Come on,” he commanded as he landed his hand on Ivy’s shoulder. His tone was softer than usual but still assertive. And his actions left no room for argument.

the car. When those thugs tried to lay their

eyes widened. She almost wanted to jump up and down to prove she

when they kidnapped you at first. Maybe you’re hurt on your back and you just haven’t noticed

was now so red

and wife in name, but why did Balfour’s actions

off her light jacket, beneath it she

there’s no need. I’m not

frowned slightly, unable to understand why

a situation, so

advantage of you?” Balfour asked, his brows furrowed in displeasure.

from? Of course I know you’re not that kind of person!”

expected Balfour to think that.

this-all

purely embarrassed, but in his eyes, it seemed as though she was afraid he’d

and slid Ivy’s jacket off her