The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 1408

Marissa gave Ellinor’s hand a comforting squeeze. “Ellinor, I messed up before by not telling you the truth about Theo and Sophia’s marriage. I hope you can forgive

me.”

Ellinor looked at her calmly with a smile on her face. “Marissa, it’s all water under the bridge.”

She had let it go.

Their marriage had happened before she met Theo, and after that, they were just partners. At that time, Theo didn’t need to explain anything to her. Later, they started to develop feelings for each other.

hand with relief. “Ellinor, I’m glad

sits alone in his room, lost in his thoughts. It’s the most silent I’ve ever seen him. Theo had been under a lot of pressure from the family since he was a kid, and we’ve been really tough on him. We put all our expectations on his shoulders. This made him grow up too soon, and as an adult, he rarely show’s his emotions. His emotions would noticeably change when he was with you. Whether it’s joy or sorrow, it’s all because of you. You’ve healed him. If he loses you, he might lose his will to live. Ellinor, when Theo comes

at Marissa, not wanting her to worry

ease. I can’t stay here for much longer. I need to head back. Putnam is waiting for us at home. Ellinor, if anything comes up before Theo gets back, you must tell me. Remember, the

then turned to Veronica. “Veronica, you need to accompany Marissa home. Take good care of

wild and unruly girl she used to be. She had grown up a

for a walk in the garden to enjoy the sun.

that Theo would be back tomorrow made

reply. She figured he

The next morning.

usual, but today he took Byran with him to sort out some paperwork

brothers left, Ellinor, having had her fill, took Baber for