The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 1665

And just like that, Alyssa and Dean left, leaving only McNeil and his son, Byran, in the room.

Byran pulled a chair over to his father’s bedside. Concern was etched all over his face. “Dad, how are you feeling? Thirsty? Need a glass of water?”

“I’m fine, son.” McNeil shook his head as his thoughts wandered towards the door. “Where’s your brother? Isn’t he back yet?”

“He’s back, Dad. He’s in his room.” Byran replied. “He was the one who told me to look for you in the storage room; otherwise, we wouldn’t have found you. You should’ve seen Grandma and Grandpa; they were so worried they even called the police. Don’t do this again, Dad. If you want to have a drink, just call us. We’ll join you. There’s no need to sneak around.”

McNeil glanced at his son, realizing that he had become a very mature adult. He chuckled at himself, “I promise, no more drinking, but your brother certainly won’t join me for a drink.”

Considering his brother’s personality, Byran had to agree. “If he won’t drink, I can. I’m not a kid anymore, Dad. I can join you.”

merely smiled and didn’t say anything

to see his own father. How much resentment must he hold?

there’s a bed and some of your clothes

It’s always been there. I’m fine. Byran, you should go now; it’s getting late. Time

that I’d

“I’m fine, son. You should go and tell

their father was found, Byran stood up. “Alright, I’ll tell him. I’ll be back in a bit.”

that, he hastily

distant as he watched his younger son leave. He stared at the ceiling

to Balfour’s room, knocking before

and fell asleep in that