The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2269

Her health was always a bit finicky, and flying tended to make her under the weather for days. So, her loving circle of family and friends did their best to spare her the ordeal of air travel.

But now, against all odds, she had taken a flight alone.

Had she lost her mind?

The concern in Balfour’s voice was unmistakable, giving Mara a sliver of comfort.

“Balfour, for a second there, I thought you stopped caring!” She teased. “Olivia was tied up with something, and I had to fly back alone. Aren’t you going to pick me up? It’s been ages since I’ve been home, and I don’t even know how to find you.”

was a landscape of worry. He could not fathom why Mara would

I’m on my way.”

vulnerable to health scares in unfamiliar territory, without a

of the car, he saw Mara.

“Mara.”

and she bounded towards him, wrapping him in an eager embrace.

could scold her, she inhaled deeply, her head against his chest, then looked up with playful eyes. “Balfour, I’ve missed you so much! It’s only been a short

he was sure she was alright, Balfour gently pushed her back, tapping her shoulder, “You scared me half

him a pout. “But I missed you! And you’re always so busy with work, you can’t visit me often. Besides, it’s been years since I’ve been home. I’ve missed

situation, Balfour spoke sternly. “Next time you return, tell me or your family in advance. No more surprises. What if you had an emergency on the flight with no medicine? How could I