The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 1528

Callum looked at Bartlett in admiration. “You’re a real charmer, buddy. You’ve got the ladies all figured out.”

Bartlett brushed off his friend’s teasing and stood up. “I’ve got to get going.”

“What? Already?” Callum asked, “I thought we were going to have a couple of drinks once I’m done with work?”

Without turning back, Bartlett waved his hand. “No time for drinks. I’m off to see my girl.”

As he watched Bartlett leave, Callum couldn’t help but admire his friend’s confidence and charm.

When Ellinor descended the stairs, little “Adrian’ was patiently sitting in the living room, sipping on his cola. Belinda was trying to engage him in conversation, but he seemed uninterested.

That was until he saw Ellinor. His eyes lit up as he said, “Mommy, can we go home now?”

Ellinor. “That was quick. Are you

said, “Belinda, I’ve got some stuff to deal with. You head home on your own, okay?”

could respond, Ellinor had already left with

Belinda started, but Ellinor was already out of sight.

drive her.”

around to see Bartlett. “Bartlett? What are you doing here?”

and I are old friends. He

therapist, and he rarely talked about

needed to see Ellinor today anyway.

Belinda could say anything more, Bartlett had followed Ellinor out.

Bartlett had a soft spot for her aunt. And maybe, if her uncle was really gone for good, it wouldn’t be such a bad thing if something happened between

decided not to follow them. Instead,