The Kiss that Sparked it All novel Chapter 2144

"Of course, the most important reason is that I know you're not that kind of person. I believe in you, and the evidence I've seen is all based on that belief."

Ivy was caught off guard when Balfour gave her the earnest answer she had been longing for after a bout of playful banter.

They reached the front door of their home, and Balfour turned to face her with a serious look.

"I know it's tough being treated like a suspect. But trust me, the real culprit will slip up eventually. For now, all you need is a little patience."

His voice was soft yet filled with strength, and Ivy nodded incessantly, "I believe in you."

"Alright, wipe your tears away. If Grandma sees your eyes all red, she'll pin me down with questions, thinking I've been picking on you."

Ivy quickly touched her own cheeks, which were still surprisingly dry.

Looking up, she caught Balfour's eyes crinkling with laughter.

"You're teasing me again!"

Balfour just chuckled as they walked hand in hand into the villa.

"My, why are you two only getting back now? Balfour, did you get tied up at the office again and forget to pick up Ivy?"

Hearing their entrance, Alyssa quickly stood up, her gaze at Balfour tinged with mild disapproval.

Ivy couldn't bear to see him nagged by Alyssa and hurriedly interjected, "It was my film crew that had issues today, so we were held up. It's not Balfour's fault."

Ivy looked genuinely worried that Alyssa would scold Balfour, which was much to the old lady's amusement.

"There, there, I'm just an old woman who likes to chatter. Look at you all worried! Lunch is ready. Let’s eat. You both have been busy all morning, you must be starving."

With a bowl of hearty soup warming her stomach, Ivy felt her spirits being soothed as well.

The old lady was happy to see them eat enjoyably.