The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2200

Balfour had not come home all night, and Ivy could hardly remember how she fell asleep.

The next morning, when she awoke, she was surprised to find Quinton downstairs.

Alyssa was leisurely enjoying her breakfast at the nearby dining table. Seeing Ivy descend the stairs, she greeted her with a beaming smile.

Quinton also respectfully greeted Ivy.

“Quinton, what brings you here at this hour?”

Ivy was puzzled. Normally, Quinton shadowed Balfour and would not just show up at their home.

With a slight nod, Quinton replied, “Mr. Balfour left for an international trip last night. I’m here to pack some of his things and catch the nine o’clock flight to meet up with him.”

He left the country?

Ivy was taken aback, then nodded silently, holding her tongue.

the day, Quinton went upstairs to gather

Ivy, which irked Alyssa,

misunderstandings. Their relationship was already

a time like

his departure would only deepen

seated, Alyssa tenderly ensured Ivy had breakfast.

but she knew Balfour’s sudden trip must be related to the phone call from the day before.

for leaving, it certainly was not for

of desolation. She shook her head to dismiss

ate little, claiming she was full, unable to stomach

was the tunet

watched her granddaughter-in-law with concern. keep her troubles bottled up, no matter how much they weighed on

might get even more upset by internalizing her unhappiness, Alyssa was

comfort when Ivy stood

the set

needed to

servants pack two thermoses full of pastries for lvy, fearing

a smile, Ivy set off. But as she turned away,