The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2417

“I wanted to smear Ivy’s name; she deserves it! If it weren’t for her, I’d be the one by your side. I should be the real Mrs. Howard!”

Even Balfour, usually slow on the uptake, could tell she was referring to the incident in the restroom last time.

She had so adamantly accused Ivy of pushing her, and now here she was, admitting it had all been her own scheme.

Though somewhat shocked internally, Balfour didn’t let it show. Instead, he became even more composed. But his other hand sneaked inside his jacket, fingers brushing against his cell phone.

“Oh, so it was you all along. Weren’t you so sure before that it was Ivy who pushed you?”

Balfour let out a wry chuckle, which appeared to be laced with irony.

frowning, gave a dazed and foolish

her? Her looks, her background – they’re nothing compared to mine. Why does she get to be the woman at your side? She doesn’t deserve it!”

I’m with her because I like her. I’m not with you because there’s no spark between us. I’ve only ever

Balfour’s feelings for her had faded. She wasn’t sure if it was because she wasn’t ‘the one.’ But when those words truly came

recently bandaged wound flared

that why you’re saying this? I know you’ve always loved me.

in agony, he quickly stood up, “Enough! Stop it! Are you unwell? I’ll call a doctor.”

lack of romantic interest, she was still the sister of Victoria. Seeing Mara descend into madness, his feelings were

go, Balfour. Don’t leave me. I’m the one who’s truly right for you. Why won’t you believe me? I’ve

to stop talking and hurriedly went to fetch a doctor.

doctor rushed over, shocked at Mara’s state. “What happened here? Didn’t we say not to agitate the patient’s emotions? Mr. Howard, why don’t