The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 766

Theo swiveled his head towards Balfour with a hint of surprise at his sudden change of attitude. You sure you can handle this?”

Balfour strode over to the bed, where Baber lay. “Why not?” He said this as he glanced at Baber. “The kid is our responsibility as the Howard family. You’ve just been caught in the crossfire.”

Theo squinted as a hint of confusion appeared in his eyes.

Up till now, Balfour had been pushing Theo to spend more time with Patricia. What’s up with the sudden switch?

Patricia frowned at Balfour’s suggestion “Balfour, what brings you upstairs? Don’t you need to go down and knock back a couple of drinks with Bartlett and the others?”

go down and join them. He’s the

blinked, clearly understanding what Balfour meant by ‘man

wasn’t about to back down She didn’t want Theo getting cozy with

needs Theo.” She continued. “He’s just starting to cool down a bit. If Theo leaves, I’m afraid he might get worked up and his fever will spike

sick child instead. “Baber, can I stay here

hadn’t fallen asleep, blinked in

little closer to the child. Yes, it’s

obediently. “Stay with

stand up. He clapped

nodded. “Go on, Ellinor

“Alright.”

there, Theo felt reassured. He took off down the stairs, worried that Ellinor might feel lonely or get

pleased. She tried to catch up with Theo, calling after

“Stay put!”