The Kiss that Sparked it All novel Chapter 1655

Ellinor got a bit of a headache. She rubbed her temples, trying to alleviate the tension. "What do you want me to do, Veronica? Scream and shout? Throw a tantrum?"

Veronica pouted. "No, but you seem so detached. It’s not like you've been waiting for my brother to show up for the past three years."

Ellinor couldn't be bothered to explain. She handed Adrian over to Belinda and chose a window seat in the car. She gazed out of the window, lost in her own thoughts.

Veronica wanted to follow her and ask about her plans, but Chase stopped her. "Ms. Blanchet, you'll have plenty of time to talk to Ellinor once we get home. Let's give her some space for now."

Seeing the troubled look on Ellinor's face, Veronica agreed and joined Belinda to take care of Adrian.

Balfour sat next to Ellinor, caressing her head with a worried look. "Soon, we'll bring him back to you."

Ellinor glanced at Balfour. "Now that Thaddeus is here, it might not be that easy."

Balfour smiled gently. "No matter how difficult it gets, I'll find a way to help you."

Ellinor’s eyes dimmed. She had decided to handle this issue by herself, but she would need Balfour's assistance.

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Meanwhile, Bertha, having fled the restaurant with her daughter, Lea, hailed a cab and left in a rush.