The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2183

Nolan quickly sent an emoji with “OK,” adding: [As long as you’re alright, goodnight.]

After putting down her phone, Ivy let out a deep sigh.

The idea of starting anew with her brought up by Balfour must have been a spur-of-the-moment thing. Mara’s call probably sobered him up, which is why he didn’t mention it later.

Ivy had lost expectations and couldn’t mask her disappointment.

She forced a smile and bade the elders goodnight.

“Grandma, Grandpa, I have an early call time for my scene tomorrow, so I’m going to head up to bed. You both should get some rest too!”

Alyssa immediately set down her mug, nodding emphatically, “Yes, dear, go get some sleep. You’ve had a long day!”

Watching Ivy’s retreating figure, Alyssa sensed that Ivy’s spirits were low.

the relationship

fall

shook her head, knowing that the young couple’s feelings were in the hands of fate.

knew she was

they had no reason to meddle in

them, but they couldn’t do it forever. Ultimately, it was up to them to be considerate

could do was gently remind her not to overburden herself with the kids’ issues. What mattered most

bed, wondering if Balfour would return to

right? Even though Mara’s call interrupted it,

herself, her heart

Mara’s call, Balfour had become a

the study, doing God knows what. There was

Ivy woke up early and saw the pillow still neatly placed beside her and the bed untouched, that she accepted the fact that Balfour hadn’t returned all night.