The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2828

“I’ve slaved away for this family, and you know it as well as I do. Now, just because Regina decided to act the fool, everything gets dumped on me. I wasn’t born a Tanner, but haven’t I done enough to be considered part of the family?”

Francis wrapped his arms around Imogen, patting her back gently, “Alright, I misspoke. I didn’t mean it that way. I was just a bit frantic, that’s all. And with others here, could you spare me a little dignity?”

After much soothing, Imogen’s tears finally ceased, though her lips were pale, and she

looked frail.

“We are taking Regina to the hospital later, and you should get yourself checked out too. You’re looking a bit pale.” After giving this advice, he turned to Madeline, “Madeline, come help your mother.”

But what he failed to realize was that Madeline’s mind was full of Nolan at this moment. She watched him, trying not to miss any expression that crossed his face.

Nolan felt her gaze but had no intention to interact with her. Her gaze made him uncomfortable.

had spoken for Nolan’s good earlier. But she failed to see that Nolan hadn’t spared her a glance, much less held her in

comparable to his

get Regin to the hospital. If anything happens to my daughter,

to the hospital, with Nolan stepping in to prevent any other men from intruding.

could do untold damage to Regina’s

Francis seemed to remember Nolan was still there, “Mr. Harris, you may leave now. This is, after all, a family matter. You might be friends with Regina, but it’s just friendship.

such insistence from Francis, Nolan ultimately had no choice but to leave. He couldn’t fathom why Francis was so fickle, at first acting all protective of Regina, but then losing his steam

it all had to do with them. How could he have fallen for their lies, thinking Regina

their family drama, and he had no

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Chapter 2828

involved for Regina’s

figure, Imogen finally exhaled. She had sensed his hostility toward her and her

some trick to get Nolan on her side.