The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 405

Most of those who caught up in the heated discussion were women, including A–list celebs, influencers, and some high–born ladies from well–known

families.

Their murmuring made Bartlett uncomfortable. He shot a disgruntled glance at the chattering crowd before turning to Ellinor with a softened voice.

“Ellinor, it’s a madhouse down here. Let’s go upstairs. I’ll grab a towel for you to dry your hair.”

“Alright, thanks.”

as she too didn’t fancy being the topic of gossip. The noise was giving her a headache,

stairs

side glance. His eyes, always filled with a smile, seemed to bear a thought. “Ellinor, where’s Theo? Why’d

come in alone?”

calm face, “He’s outside, probably still fussing over his life–saver, Ms. Howard.”

nonchalant tone. “Oh? Are you two having

remained stoic, “No, I understand Theo’s concern for his life–saver. I’m

he wasn’t completely convinced she was unperturbed. He scrutinized her for a moment before saying, “Theo’s always

an eyebrow.

something lovers do. So, in Bartlett’s view, was there an emotional

seem cold, but he’s very upright. He surely appreciates Ms. Howard for saving his life. These years, his care, protection, and tolerance towards Ms. Howard have been beyond reproach; even I find it touching. But this may

She wasn’t in the

jealous; she

that Theo had questioned her in such a