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.”

well, and it’s not safe for you to stay alone

Ivy walked in, laughing and chatting. They were surprised to see Balfour and Mara’s somber expressions.

instinctively hid behind Balfour.

claimed she had no romantic interest in Balfour, but Mara’s actions were a slap

was displeased, yet she had decided to win Balfour’s affection on her own terms, without self-pity.

each other for years. But

you look upset. Did something happen?” Ivy asked

her watery eyes, indicating

must be some disagreement with Alyssa or Ivy. Balfour just explained, “It’s nothing.

just returned from the hospital, and where

no less. Leaving Ivy alone at home would only

have lots to talk about. Balfour, Ivy just got out of the