The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2828

“I’ve slaved away for this family, and you know it as well as I do. Now, just because Regina decided to act the fool, everything gets dumped on me. I wasn’t born a Tanner, but haven’t I done enough to be considered part of the family?”

Francis wrapped his arms around Imogen, patting her back gently, “Alright, I misspoke. I didn’t mean it that way. I was just a bit frantic, that’s all. And with others here, could you spare me a little dignity?”

After much soothing, Imogen’s tears finally ceased, though her lips were pale, and she looked frail.

“We are taking Regina to the hospital later, and you should get yourself checked out too. You’re looking a bit pale.” After giving this advice, he turned to Madeline, “Madeline, come help your mother.”

But what he failed to realize was that Madeline’s mind was full of Nolan at this moment. She watched him, trying not to miss any expression that crossed his face.

Nolan felt her gaze but had no intention to interact with her. Her gaze made him uncomfortable.

Francis knew exactly what she was angling for. No wonder she had spoken for Nolan’s good earlier. But

even comparable

over this, Francis suddenly grew anxious. “Enough dawdling, let’s get Regin to the

be taken to the hospital, with Nolan stepping in to prevent any other men

do untold damage

may leave now. This is, after all, a

choice but to leave. He couldn’t fathom why Francis was so fickle, at first acting all protective of Regina, but then losing his steam as soon as those two women shed

it all had to do with them. How could he have fallen for their lies,

family drama, and he had no place nor