The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2357

“Hey, hey, Balfour, what’s the rush? Nolan’s here too, right? You gotta hear what Ivy thinks herself. Maybe she wants to stay.”

Balfour’s face was a mask of ice. “She said she’s tired.”

If she’s tired, what’s there to discuss? Getting some rest is the main thing.

Mara kept interfering, and Ivy knew exactly what she meant.

She didn’t want to drag these people back to her apartment – that was her sanctuary, her quiet place.

“If Ms. Lewis is so keen on this dinner, then let’s go eat outside the studios, and after we’re done, I’ll head back to rest.”

The two men seemed reluctant, but Mara clapped her hands in agreement.

“That’s the spirit! Tired or not, a proper meal is a must. It’ll help Ivy’s ankle heal quicker too!

settled, and they all prepared to

either side,

guys watching me like hawks – I can barely use my crutches.”

exasperated, but Balfour saw an opportunity and asked,

rejecting gaze, Balfour’s outstretched hand retracted.

never seen Ivy use crutches before, felt his heart twist in

his usually composed face etched with concern

you don’t want Balfour’s help,

bristled at

my wife and me, so no need

short while, so what’s wrong with that? I’m not permanently disabled. Besides, isn’t it good that I can fend for myself? Why the pitying looks? It’s overwhelming. Go

the men stopped their worrying looks.

couldn’t help but glance back at Ivy from time to

her side, he worried she

remained silent throughout the walk.