The Kiss that Sparked it All novel Chapter 1528

Callum looked at Bartlett in admiration. "You're a real charmer, buddy. You've got the ladies all figured out."

Bartlett brushed off his friend's teasing and stood up. "I’ve got to get going."

"What? Already?" Callum asked, "I thought we were going to have a couple of drinks once I'm done with work?"

Without turning back, Bartlett waved his hand. "No time for drinks. I'm off to see my girl."

As he watched Bartlett leave, Callum couldn't help but admire his friend's confidence and charm.

...

When Ellinor descended the stairs, little ‘Adrian’ was patiently sitting in the living room, sipping on his cola. Belinda was trying to engage him in conversation, but he seemed uninterested.

That was until he saw Ellinor. His eyes lit up as he said, "Mommy, can we go home now?"

Belinda looked puzzled at Ellinor. "That was quick. Are you done talking to Dr. Callum already?"

Ellinor didn't respond to Belinda's question. Instead, she picked up Adrian and said, "Belinda, I've got some stuff to deal with. You head home on your own, okay?"

Before Belinda could respond, Ellinor had already left with Adrian.

"But... you don't have a car..." Belinda started, but Ellinor was already out of sight. Belinda was about to follow when a voice stopped her.

"I can drive her."

Surprised, Belinda turned around to see Bartlett. "Bartlett? What are you doing here?"