The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 1557

Balfour gave her a nod. “That’s right. I’ve asked a friend to arrange a time for me to fly over to M State to see her. I came here to ask if you want to come along.”

Without a second thought, Ellinor nodded. “Yes!”

She paused, as if something sprang to mind, and she hesitated.

Balfour noticed her worry and patted her head gently. “Worried about the kids at home?”

Ellinor sighed and nodded. “Taking them along would be inconvenient, but leaving them behind is worrisome. And now…”

She trailed off, but Balfour knew why.

Because that man who disappeared for three years had resurfaced, she feared that she might miss him again if she left.

“If you’re worried, stay here. I’ll go over and take a look. Perhaps she’s not our mother.” Balfour comforted her as he patted her on the head.

at Balfour. She undoubtedly wanted to go, regardless of the outcome; she wanted to meet

to come here instead? I can cover her

travel abroad or meet strangers. If we want to arrange a meeting, we can’t tell her in advance. Otherwise, she wouldn’t show up.”

Ellinor frowned. “Then…”

you’re torn, don’t go. I’ll go first, and no matter the outcome, I’ll bring

moment. “Let me think about it. When are you planning to

“Early, tomorrow.”

think about it and give you an

Balfour nodded. “Alright.”

for telling me about this as soon

“What are you saying? We’re siblings. This matter is about our mother; of course, I would tell you immediately. Ellinor, when will you stop being so formal with me and

to consider acknowledging Balfour as

You should get going too, Mr. Howard. I’ll

go. I’ll wait for your