The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2496

“Hmm, take care of yourself.” Balfour tossed the words casually, but Mara’s eyes immediately welled up with tears.

She always knew Balfour had a soft spot for her, but out of respect for Ivy’s standing, he refrained from showing his feelings too openly in public.

For years, she was always held in high esteem by him. She believed that even Ivy’s presence couldn’t change that fact.

“I will, don’t worry, Balfour. Even when you’re not around, I know how to keep myself together.”

Ivy was busy tucking into the roast chicken Balfour had carved for her, pretending not to

hear Mara’s sentimental words.

After finishing her meal, Mara felt it would be awkward to linger at the table, so Balfour suggested she relax in the living room.

Before leaving the dining area, Mara shot Olivia a knowing glance.

The two women proceeded with their plan, splitting up as they had previously discussed.

you come to know Ms. Dunhill? You two make quite the interesting “Mr. Howard, how did you

in with perfect timing; her eyes were twinkling and she was really holding genuine

two exchanged a glance, with

answered with one word,

gazed at Balfour intently, eager to know if they would still be united

had missed their chance then, he believed destiny would have brought them together somehow. To him, Ivy was his

sure? For all you know, I could’ve met someone else.”

I would have fought to win you

opinion of me at first.

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her eyes playfully at Balfour, who felt a ticklish sensation

matter what you say, in the end, you’ll be by my

rolled her eyes this time, thinking to herself about the

been handed.

wasn’t prying into their private lives, more