The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2144

“Of course, the most important reason is that I know you’re not that kind of person. I believe in you, and the evidence I’ve seen is all based on that belief.”

Ivy was caught off guard when Balfour gave her the earnest answer she had been longing for after a bout of playful banter.

They reached the front door of their home, and Balfour turned to face her with a serious look.

“I know it’s tough being treated like a suspect. But trust me, the real culprit will slip up eventually. For now, all you need is a little patience.”

His voice was soft yet filled with strength, and Ivy nodded incessantly, “I believe in you.”

“Alright, wipe your tears away. If Grandma sees your eyes all red, she’ll pin me down with questions, thinking I’ve been picking on you.”

Ivy quickly touched her own cheeks, which were still surprisingly dry.

Looking up, she caught Balfour’s eyes crinkling with laughter.

“You’re teasing me again!”

as they walked hand in

only getting back now? Balfour, did you get tied up at the office again and forget to

stood up, her

my film crew that had issues today, so

that Alyssa would scold Balfour, which was much to the old

chatter. Look at you all worried! Lunch is ready. Let’s eat. You both have been busy all morning, you

a bowl of hearty soup warming her stomach, Ivy felt her

old lady was happy to see them eat

she wished for these peaceful days to

and Ivy retreated to their room. But it wasn’t long before Balfour said he

at the office? Why do you need to go out

take a little nap around this time. It

emergency, neither would leave the house shortly after lunch. Balfour’s departure

told her to rest at home and

stay home and relax. I’ll