The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2402

After being scolded by the doctor, Balfour cast a worried glance at Mara.

“Thanks for the heads up, Doc.”

“It’s fine. Just remember one thing: you can’t stress Ms. Lewis out anymore.”

“Got it,” Balfour replied.

Surveying the scene, Balfour heaved a deep sigh.

He wasn’t sure if it was his fault, if he had mishandled things, causing the relationship between the three of them to become so tangled. But now wasn’t the time to suggest Mara go back home, not when she was still unconscious.

managed to take leave from the academy without his knowledge?

with the

wildfire that the formidable matriarch was coming for an inspection. The rumor sent everyone into a frenzy. Desks were tidied, trash was swept away, and the tech department’s engineers, usually a scruffy bunch due to their round-the-clock coding

and shave.

encounter with Alyssa hadn’t gone well; she had been less than impressed with their unkempt appearance. Although she didn’t say

face, of the company, and their appearance had no bearing on their innovative work. Not wanting to add to their already heavy workload, Balfour had always

they

one wanted to put Balfour in a tight spot,

fuss for nothing, don’t you think? Alyssa hasn’t

her grandchildren by now,” one of the engineers said, scra stubble, while

through Alyssa’s mind? Hey! If you

Did I? I’m just wondering if there’s