The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 1407

Veronica looked puzzled and asked, “That’s bizarre. I’m stumped too. Ellinor, how on earth did you wind up with the Howards? And Balfour seems to be treating you pretty well too. Does he have some fishy ideas? Is he trying to worm his way in while you and my brother are at odds?”

Marissa echoed her granddaughter’s concerns and also looked wary. She was worried her precious granddaughter-in-law would be snatched away by the Howards. “Ellinor, is it really like that? Does that Howard guy have some shady intentions towards you?”

Ellinor gave a wry smile. “Marissa, it’s not what you’re imagining. Mr. Howard doesn’t have those kinds of thoughts about me.”

She wasn’t ready to tell them about her relationship with the Howards.

Staying with the Howards was just a stopgap. She didn’t plan to acknowledge any kinship with them for real.

and Theo hadn’t been cleared up yet. She didn’t want to

story. If the Blanchets knew

anymore.

nice to a girl for no reason? I believe he’s got dishonorable intentions or sees some use in you. I think it’s better if you come home with me.”

knew Marissa meant well, but she still couldn’t go back to the Blanchet Villa yet. “Marissa, you’re overthinking. Actually, Theo agreed to me staying here!”

let his wife stay in another man’s house?

laugh. “Marissa, Theo thinks I’m safer here. He’s met Mr. Howard. Don’t worry, there’s absolutely nothing

could only sigh in regret. “Ellinor, if you want to stay here, I can’t force you to leave, but I want you to take care of yourself. Also,

mouth. “Marissa, I’ve already forgiven him. When he comes back from abroad, I’ll go back with him, so don’t worry.”

was covered, but her eyes lit up with surprise. “Ellinor, are you

nodded. “Yes,

two have made up, I can rest easy. By the way, does Theo know