The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2237

The nurse finished adjusting the blinds by the window and turned around with a smile upon noticing Ivy stirring.

“Ms. Dunhill, you’re awake! I’m Elara, the nurse responsible for your care during your stay here. I was just about to draw the curtains a bit to let you sleep in longer. Did I wake you with the noise?”

Ivy, just coming out of a nightmare, was still a bit dazed.

“Where’s my husband? Where did he go?”

Elara’s smile remained gentle and reassuring. “Oh, you mean Mr. Howard? He went back home to grab some things for you. He said he’d be back within the hour, so he should be on his way now.”

Upon hearing that Balfour had gone to fetch some items, Ivy’s eyelashes fluttered downward. Unwilling to admit it, she found herself in need of Balfour, especially now. She wished he would stay by her side, not leaving even for a moment.

“Are you thirsty, dear? Your lips look a bit chapped. Would you like some water?”

a cotton swab, ready to moisten Ivy’s lips if she still

Being unconscious had left her dehydrated, and

still feeling sleepy, or would you like some company to chat? It’s been a while

Ivy’s interest. “Our relationship…

raised an

was unconscious, and from the moment she woke, their hands hadn’t parted even for a

Ivy couldn’t help but smile.

our relationship is indeed in a good place. Thank you.”

heaven. Both of you are attractive and well-matched in stature, truly

felt this