The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 1623

Balfour paused for a long moment as a bitter smile curled at the corners of his mouth. “Perhaps you’re right. I’ve been weighing too much.”

Ellinor added, “If they are in love and want to step into marriage, could you bear to tear them apart?”

Balfour gazed thoughtfully at her. “As I’ve said before, if our family agrees, I won’t object.”

“If possible, put in a good word for them with the Howard family. Give them a chance.”

Balfour stared deeply into his sister’s eyes, ultimately nodding in agreement.

In the room, Ida removed her gold-rimmed glasses and placed them casually on the table. She then lounged on the couch, lightly massaging her temples.

did enter the room, but he sensed that Ida

Ida, I’ve spoken to my brother.

eyes half-closed, continued to massage

shown my sincerest intentions; what more do you want? I’ll talk to my family today. But we can’t get married

remained silent, lazily leaning back on the couch.

was frustrated and

be together forever, and you’re not saying a word.

made a sound. It was a soft

pent-up frustration flared. “What are

opened her eyes, giving him a sideways glance. “Don’t you think you’re funny? You were making a fool of yourself by talking to your brother like that! If

Byran feel hurt, and he became defiant. “I did that because I was afraid you’d leave me again. I wanted to tie you to me as soon as possible. Compared to you,