The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2122

As Balfour stood up, his tall frame cast a shadow over Ivy.

“Take off your jacket, let’s see if you’re hurt anywhere,” he said with earnest concern; his gaze was clear of any ulterior motive.

Ivy blushed a deep crimson, “Ah? No, I’m really fine. I’m not hurt…”

Balfour knew Ivy was stubborn so he didn’t quite believe her. His eyes narrowed slightly in disagreement.

He had just had a taste of what her parents were like.

Growing up in that kind of household, even getting hurt was considered a nuisance in their eyes – that was why Ivy had long learned to keep all her pain locked away inside.

And that’s exactly why he was even more worried.

“Come on,” he commanded as he landed his hand on Ivy’s shoulder. His tone was softer than usual but still assertive. And his actions left no room for argument.

hurt. I already explained to you in the car. When those thugs tried to lay their hands on

widened. She almost wanted to jump up and down to prove

you at first. Maybe you’re hurt on your back and you just haven’t noticed it. Let me check!” Balfour’s grip didn’t loosen; he was insistent on

face was now so red it looked like it

husband and wife in name, but why did

off her light jacket, beneath it she wore a

rattle, “Really, there’s

to understand why Ivy was

wasn’t the kind of man to take advantage of a situation, so why did she distrust

of you?” Balfour asked, his brows

I know you’re not

expected Balfour

was this-all

it seemed as though she was afraid he’d take advantage of her. Then what are