The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 1898

The man’s voice was as deep and melodious as ever, only now it carried the weight of years and experience.

Just as Marlinie breathed a sigh of relief, she looked up in surprise at McNeil. By the time she thought to escape, he was already sitting next to her.

Escaping was no longer an option!

Marlinie opted to keep her composure, turning her gaze to the distant scenery, “Did you need something from me?”

McNeil stared deeply at her, maintaining a respectful distance, “I wanted to clarify any misunderstandings between us.”

Marlinie’s expression remained indifferent, and she still didn’t look at him, “Alright, go ahead.”

With a deep sigh, McNeil began, “There were so many misunderstandings between us in the past. You thought I was unfaithful, and I thought you had feelings for someone else. It led to a lot of conflict between us.

I can swear to you that I have never betrayed you. Our parents believed the rumors and drove you away, and my young, hot-headed nature caused me to let it happen without resisting. I’ve been looking for you ever since, never doubting your character, knowing you would never betray me!

it was my second wife, brought into the family behind my back,

I

face remained unchanged, “Are you

after a brief pause, “Yes, Marlinie. Do you still have any misunderstandings about me? If so, please tell me.

replied, appearing completely

we weren’t there for her as much as we should have been when she was little. So, how about we join them to help take care of the children, as

replied, “I can go with Pearl to take care of the children, but there’s no need for you. Pearl

give up, “But the children need a grandfather’s love too, right?

silent for a minute, “I’ll think about it and discuss it with Pearl. For now, I’m going

said these words, then stood up and walked towards the wedding

again in our garden. Would you like to see

paused in her steps but didn’t move

smiled, stood up, and walked towards her, like he was