The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2269

Her health was always a bit finicky, and flying tended to make her under the weather for days. So, her loving circle of family and friends did their best to spare her the ordeal of air travel.

But now, against all odds, she had taken a flight alone.

Had she lost her mind?

The concern in Balfour’s voice was unmistakable, giving Mara a sliver of comfort.

“Balfour, for a second there, I thought you stopped caring!” She teased. “Olivia was tied up with something, and I had to fly back alone. Aren’t you going to pick me up? It’s been ages since I’ve been home, and I don’t even know how to find you.”

Balfour’s brow was a landscape of worry. He could not fathom why Mara would take such a risk. What if something happened to her?

I’m on

health scares in unfamiliar territory, without a

of the car,

“Mara.”

face lit up, and she bounded towards him, wrapping him

she inhaled deeply, her head against his chest, then looked up with playful eyes. “Balfour, I’ve missed you so much! It’s only been a short while, but it feels like centuries!”

she was alright, Balfour gently pushed her back, tapping her shoulder, “You scared me half to death, you know?”

I’ve been home. I’ve

“Next time you return, tell me or your family in advance. No more surprises. What if you had an emergency on

my sister. Would you even care about me if it

for Mara’s sister saving his life, he would

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