The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 1384

Byran was fuming, and he clenched his fists tightly.

Chase patted him on the shoulder, led him to the other side of the room, and handed him a bottle of mineral water. “Chill out, man. Don’t do anything stupid. If you charge over now, you’re just gonna come off as rude to Ida. Wouldn’t you be shooting yourself in the foot if she gets pissed and gives you the cold shoulder?”

Byran knew Chase was right, but he was seriously pissed, and it was hard to hold back.

Chase tried to calm him down again. “Just hear me out. Maybe in a bit, you can swoop in like a knight in shining armor and show off your heroics.”

A knight in shining armor? Byran was a bit puzzled by what Chase meant, but he decided to play it cool for now. He took the water, twisted off the cap, and chugged half the bottle, trying to douse his inner fire. But his eyes remained fixated on Ida.

a mature demeanor. Although he was not particularly handsome,

last met.” The man said casually as he swirled his

gave him a small smile. “Oh? What do you think has

You’ve

adjusted her glasses as a habit. “And you’ve become

hint of bitterness in his voice. “I was young and reckless back then, without a penny to my name.

seemed to be mocking him a little. “There’s no need to apologize. Even if we could turn back time, you’d make the same choices. We’ve both been through

embarrassed but quickly regained his composure. “Alright, let’s forget the past. Ida,

think?”

responded calmly, “I don’t

and disappointment were visible in his eyes. “Why? Ida, I still have feelings for you; never forgotten you. Why won’t you give me another chance? I’ll treat you better this time.”

“There’s no other reason; I just don’t