The Kiss that Sparked it All (Ellinor and Theo) novel Chapter 2815

Dahlia wiped away a tear, her features softening to a youthful innocence that mirrored her past self.

Sienna was still hesitant. "But even if it's for publicity, we shouldn't drag Mr. Harris into this, right? I know you two have been on and off for years, but if you really want a resolution... Dahlia, this isn't the way to go about it. He's not the type to respond well to pressure."

Dahlia nodded, "I appreciate you looking out for me, but the thing between us is something only we understand. You don't really know what he's like. Sienna, let's drop the topic of Nolan from now on, okay? I have my plans.

By the way, can you order some takeout for everyone later? I admit, I was shallow just now, losing my temper at them."

Sienna nodded with concern, "Don't worry, everyone gets that you're not really mad at them."

But she knew this kind of carrot-and-stick approach could only work for so long before people started getting truly upset.

Once Sienna left, Dahlia's expression hardened. "Useless fools, can't even handle a simple task."

Her irritation was palpable, yet her thoughts kept circling back to Nolan. The critical thing was she didn't dare contact him now, fearing she'd give herself away.

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Nolan, sticking to his schedule, returned home only to find a tense atmosphere, his grandparents both wearing stern expressions.

"Whoa, what's got Grandma and Grandpa all riled up? You two are getting on in years; how about taking it easy with the tempers, huh?"

Back home, Nolan dropped his guard, slouching on the couch behind his elders, looking nothing like the composed Mr. Harris at work.