The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2406

Alyssa woke up early today and, feeling somewhat fatigued, suggested that everyone leave, allowing her some space. She then took a short rest on Balfour’s sofa.

Upon returning, Balfour was met with this scene. His brow furrowed with concern as he approached Alyssa’s side.

“Grandma, if you were tired, why didn’t you go nap in my study? At your age, you shouldn’t be sleeping on the sofa. It could take a toll on your health! Quinton!”

Quinton entered the room at Balfour’s call. “What is it, Sir?”

“What’s going on here? Why didn’t you think to suggest that Grandma should rest in the study?”

Alyssa stirred from her rest, intercepting Balfour’s reprimand. “Now, don’t go scolding Quinton on my account. It was my choice to lay down here. He did offer your study, but I wanted to lounge on your sofa today.”

Balfour held his tongue after that.

“Alright, Quinton, you may return to your duties. I need to discuss something with Balfour here,” Alyssa said.

Once Quinton had left, Alyssa dropped her facade of nonchalance and expressed her worry.

the hospital where Mara is? I can smell the antiseptics on you. How is

“She had just woken up when I arrived. I brought up the matter of the spiked milk, and she became so agitated that she passed

the drop of a hat, doesn’t she? Let me guess, she got worked up because she wouldn’t confess to

gaze fell, his eyes masking his

course, she wouldn’t. Admitting to it would shatter the pitiable image she’s crafted for

Balfour remained silent.

deeper than both of you combined. What did you expect to gain by confronting her like that? It’s clear Mara has no intention of being

had always had a more discerning eye than Balfour.

she’s fully recovered, you need to send her back

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to let her stick around – it’s inviting trouble. I’ve got a bad feeling that if Mara doesn’t

let’s wait until she’s completely well before discussing her return. If I abandon her now, I’d be failing her late sister, wouldn’t 12 Balfour countered, a crease forming between his brows

troubled expression giving her a

this country

the only connection Mara had to the world It was Alyssa’s subtle way of reminding him that he wasn’t obligated to