The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 1423

Veronica, being quick–witted for once, answered on behalf of her grandmother. “Ellinor! This wasn’t something my brother mentioned. Grandfather learned it from the older shareholders in the company.

Both my brother and Collin’s phones were stolen while they were in M State. They’re overseas and can’t replace their SIM cards. They’re also busy dealing with company affairs and can’t spare time.”

Ellinor gazed at Veronica. “Is that so?”

Veronica’s eyes didn’t waver as she nodded vigorously. “Indeed! Ellinor, you should just focus on your postpartum recovery. When my brother returns, he’ll explain everything to you.”

Marissa chimed in. “Yes, Ellinor, your priority now is to rest and recover. I came over today to bring you home for your confinement. We’ve arranged for the best caregiver at home. Why don’t you come home with me?”

wrong with having my confinement in the hospital. If anything

her head disapprovingly. “The hospital isn’t as comfortable as home. It’s teeming with germs and smells of antiseptics. Home is far better. Ellinor, be a good

again, Balfour cut in, denying Marissa’s request on

if Ellinor were to leave the hospital for her confinement, she wouldn’t go to

look, as her face

Our Ellinor has been imposing on your family for a while now. It’s time for her to return to us.” Balfour retorted. “She’s not imposing at all. The Howard family is her home. On the

granddaughter–in–law. Are you saying I don’t have the right to take her home?”

prove that she is? Does she have a marriage certificate with any male member of your family? Or has any male member of your family been

left speechless.

no response, Balfour didn’t bother to pull any punches. “You can leave now. Don’t disturb her anymore. No one can take her away from here until that jerk

brows furrowed. “Young man, what gives you the right to say all this in front of me? Who are you to Ellinor? Why