The Kiss that Sparked it All novel Chapter 1490

He pulled out two napkins from the box behind her, wiping his hands with disdain before tossing them into the trash. He left without a backward glance, as if she disgusted him.

As his figure disappeared into the distance, Ida chuckled. Bryan had become quite the suave man, hadn't he?

She glanced at her reflection in the mirror. Did she look old? At the age of twenty-six, was she already past her prime?

...

Back at the party, Ida spotted Bryan on the dance floor. His arm was wrapped around a beautiful woman in her early twenties. His dance moves were smooth and elegant.

His girlfriend, perhaps?

She must be a wealthy heiress of a good family.

They did make a good couple.

Now that Ida had returned, Chase began to tease her. "What took you so long in the restroom? Secret rendezvous?"

Ida rolled her eyes. "In your dreams! I'm leaving; are you coming?"

Chase raised an eyebrow. "Leaving so soon? What's the rush? Did seeing your old flame dancing with another woman ruffle your feathers?"

Ignoring his banter, Ida replied, "I'm going to visit the boss and the kids at the Blanchet's. You coming?"

She picked up her coat from the couch and made for the exit.

Upon hearing Ida's destination, Chase moved to follow, but paused when he saw Bryan push away his dance partner and follow Ida out of the hall.

Chase returned to his drink as a knowing smile played on his lips.