The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 1947

“Really?” Balfour’s tone dripped with disbelief as he wrapped his arm around Ivy and turned to leave.

Despite herself, Ivy couldn’t resist looking back at Nolan, exhaling a defeated sigh.

Once they reached a secluded spot, Balfour released her.

Distracted, Ivy wasn’t watching her step and walked straight into a grand column. “Ouch, that hurts!”

Balfour instinctively reached out to steady her. However, when he recalled the cheerful conversation she had been having with Nolan, his expression soured, leading him to retract his hand.

Ivy clutched her head, wincing in pain.

Balfour sneered, “What’s the matter? Still daydreaming about your dear Nolan? Can’t even watch where you’re going?”

sarcasm!” Ivy was already

usually didn’t stand up for herself, now talking

here you are getting cozy with other men? You really don’t see me at

for being chummy with men

“Nolan and I were only reminiscing about old

don’t forget who you are now. Your actions represent not

couldn’t blame Balfour for his anger. “I’m sorry, was careless. I’ll be more mindful in the future!”

overwhelming. “Watch your tone. Remember, you’re speaking to the man who just loaned you three million. Shouldn’t I matter more than your

towering over

loan, and I intend to repay

out, pulling her in by the waist, “And how exactly

he looked her over. “What do you

Ivy pushed him away with all her might, “I may owe you money, but that doesn’t