The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 485

Balfour couldn’t figure out why he was feeling this undeniable concern for Ellinor, who was someone he didn’t particularly like

He rubbed his temples, thinking maybe he was overworked and that was messing with his head

Soon, their car pulled up to Pearl Moon,

Ellinor followed Balfour out of the car and into Pearl Moon.

After a few steps, Balfour stopped suddenly, turned to look at Ellinor, and asked, “Cold?”

was a winter night, and the temperature had dropped significantly

Ellinor, in her thin dress, had arms going red from the cold, but she replied calmly. “I’m fine!

Balfour stared at her for a moment, then turned to Quinton and said, ‘Quinton, get my coat from the car for Ms. Mendoza

Quinton looked surprised for a moment but did as he was told.

shoulders, Ellinor was a bit

replied nonchalantly, “Don’t read too much into it. I just don’t want you catching a cold and spreading

it. I should be thankful for your care, no matter the reason. It’s just common

glance but didn’t say anything else and walked towards

the banquet hall, guests needed to sign in with their partners before

exceptions, no matter

was a tradition of the Howard

year, Balfour would

Balfour’s arrival caused a bit of a

rarely attended such events, and his appearance drew everyone’s attention. Only someone like Aunt Bluna could possibly cajole him into showing

Mr. Howard brought a

that? I don’t

she’s wearing Mr. Howard’s