The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2449

“Why are you calling so late? You should be getting some rest.”

Mara was nearly moved to tears, and the fact that Balfour still cared about her well-being only made her choke back sobs behind her hand.

She knew that beneath Balfour’s frosty exterior lay a heart warmer than anyone else’s.

His concern meant he still held a place for her in his heart, and that reassurance settled her spirit.

sounding especially clear

still. But I couldn’t sleep, you know, not without your

silence on

happened. We kept in touch, sure, but in all the

is your ‘meant to be.’ Never seen you fall

especially since Ivy was by his side now. He couldn’t indulge in ambiguous conversations with another woman behind her back.

part ways for good. You should know, I answered this call because you said we could maintain

to you anymore. Don’t worry, I have a friend, Olivia, abroad, and as soon as she flies over, I’ll move out to live with her. I won’t be a burden to you, and you can enjoy your life with Ivy without me interfering. Balfour, I’m resolute about this. Do you still