The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2406

Alyssa woke up early today and, feeling somewhat fatigued, suggested that everyone leave, allowing her some space. She then took a short rest on Balfour’s sofa.

Upon returning, Balfour was met with this scene. His brow furrowed with concern as he approached Alyssa’s side.

“Grandma, if you were tired, why didn’t you go nap in my study? At your age, you shouldn’t be sleeping on the sofa. It could take a toll on your health! Quinton!”

Quinton entered the room at Balfour’s call. “What is it, Sir?”

“What’s going on here? Why didn’t you think to suggest that Grandma should rest in the study?”

Alyssa stirred from her rest, intercepting Balfour’s reprimand. “Now, don’t go scolding Quinton on my account. It was my choice to lay down here. He did offer your study, but I wanted to lounge on your sofa today.”

Balfour held his tongue after that.

Quinton, you may return to your duties. I need to discuss

had left, Alyssa dropped her facade of nonchalance and expressed her worry.

just come from the hospital where Mara is? I can smell the antiseptics on you. How

brought up the matter of the spiked milk, and she became so agitated that she passed

me guess, she got worked up because she wouldn’t confess to tampering

his eyes masking his emotions.

to it would shatter the pitiable image she’s crafted

Balfour remained silent.

and Ivy more than once. Mara’s schemes run deeper than both of you combined. What did you expect to gain by confronting her like

had always had a more discerning eye than

you need to send her back to her country, understand? We can’t afford to let her stick around – it’s inviting trouble. I’ve got a bad feeling that if Mara

I abandon her now, I’d be failing her late sister, wouldn’t 12 Balfour countered,

giving her a headache of