The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2304

Balfour could sense Mara’s conviction was as strong as if someone had badmouthed her behind her back.

“Don’t worry about staying here,” he reassured her. “If anyone dares to gossip about you, just tell me. You’re without a place to stay, and I’m not going to let anyone make things difficult for you.”

Initially, Balfour hesitated to let Mara in.

Now, he felt it was the right decision. To find her another place to stay seemed less of a priority.

With her under his roof, he could look out for her a little more until she could return to her home country and put an end to this whole situation.

Mara’s eyes reddened with distress, insisting she couldn’t stay any longer.

“Balfour, I know I’ve been a bother, and I can’t impose on you anymore. Even if I have to stay on my own, I will. Really.”

for you to stay alone

in, laughing and chatting. They were surprised to see Balfour and Mara’s

hid behind

claimed she had no romantic interest in Balfour,

was displeased, yet she had decided to win

Mara had known each other for years. But nothing

look upset. Did something happen?” Ivy asked in concern.

her head at him with her watery eyes, indicating she didn’t want to

be some disagreement with Alyssa or

just returned from the hospital, and

Ivy alone at

for fun? If so, maybe Ivy could join. You’re all young and probably have lots to talk