The Kiss that Sparked it All novel Chapter 1345

Now, Ellinor was just sitting by herself, quietly sipping her coffee.

Theo walked over, squatted down, and whispered to her, "This coffee is cold. You can't gulp it down all at once; you'll feel sick."

Ellinor scrunched up her face, trying to dismiss his kindness. "It's fine!"

Theo knew she was just trying to rile him up, but he didn't get mad. "Sweetie, half a cup is enough. You sit here and sip. I'm going to check on the investigation, alright?"

Ellinor made a noncommittal sound, seeming a bit distracted.

Theo rubbed her head and then turned to walk down the police station corridor.

After Theo left, Veronica helped Marissa sit next to Ellinor.

Ellinor just gave Marissa a small smile, not seeming very warm.

Marissa sighed deeply. "Ellinor, I heard what you said to Sophia just now."

Ellinor looked at the older woman. "Did I shatter your image of me? Do you think I'm not treating Theo well?"

Marissa shook her head. "Ellinor, I know you're a good, honest girl. I also understand why you left without a word. I knew about Theo and Sophia's marriage, but I didn't tell you because I was afraid you'd get angry and leave Theo.

Ellinor, I didn't mean to keep it from you. I knew Theo was forced to marry by his grandfather; he really had no choice. But if he didn't do it, his grandpa wouldn't have the surgery."