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 outside!” Balfour frowned, not expecting the situation to

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

hid

romantic interest in Balfour, but Mara’s actions were a slap in

win Balfour’s affection on her own terms,

known each other for years. But nothing happened.

you look upset. Did something happen?” Ivy asked

Balfour’s shirt and shook her head at him with her watery eyes,

some disagreement with Alyssa or Ivy. Balfour just explained, “It’s nothing. You guys stay at home, first. I’ll take her out for

the hospital, and where

alone at home would only upset her more.

all young and probably have lots to talk about. Balfour, Ivy just got out of the hospital; don’t leave her alone at