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.”

she too didn’t fancy being the topic of gossip.

stairs

with a smile, seemed to bear a thought. “Ellinor, where’s Theo? Why’d

come in alone?”

“He’s outside, probably still fussing

seemingly nonchalant tone. “Oh? Are you two having issues over Ms. Howard?”

remained stoic, “No, I understand Theo’s concern for his life–saver. I’m not mad

her rationality surprising, yet he wasn’t completely convinced she was unperturbed. He scrutinized her for a moment before saying, “Theo’s always been kind to Ms. Howard. In fact, before you came along, I

eyebrow. End

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

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 not bode well for his wife. After all, no

kept quiet. She wasn’t in the mood

wasn’t jealous; she was

had questioned her