The Kiss that Sparked it All novel Chapter 1140

Chase didn't agree, nor did he continue the conversation. He just muttered, "This Jacob is slacking off at work. I need to have a word with his manager and give him a good grilling."

Upon hearing this, Belinda, afraid that she might get her colleague in trouble, quickly defended him. "He called me during his lunch break. It's not like he's not working!"

Chase feigned seriousness, "Didn't he text you before lunch break too?"

Belinda explained, "That... That's because he asked me a few questions during his downtime; it's not like we were chatting all the time."

Chase narrowed his eyes, looking deep and mysterious, "You're defending him like that? So are you going to go watch the movie with him?"

Belinda seemed a bit nervous, and her reply lacked enthusiasm, "I'll think about it. I'm not really into horror movies. What if I get scared and scream? It wouldn't be appropriate in front of colleagues!"

A smirk appeared on Chase's face, "Then come with me. I'm quite interested in seeing you scream in fright."

Belinda was taken aback, wondering if she heard him correctly, "Mr. Larios, are you asking me out to a movie?"

Chase nodded affirmatively, "Yes, come with me. If you get scared, you can hide in my arms. I don’t mind if you take advantage of me."

Belinda's mouth twitched, "Mr. Larios, that's not funny at all."

She was somewhat repulsed by Chase's playful flirtation. She had always found him attractive, and any casual remark from him would send her thoughts spiraling out of control.

This had to stop! Belinda took Baber from Chase's arms, "Mr. Larios, thanks for holding Baber for me. I'm hungry; let's go see if lunch is ready."

Ellinor naturally took Baber from Belinda. Even though they weren't related by blood, she knew Baber had grown attached to her, and she didn't mind.

At the dining table, besides Belinda, Chase, and Ida, Devin had also invited Veronica Blanchet and Moran, who was tutoring her, to join them. The table was buzzing with activity.

Putnam Blanchet, not a fan of the hustle and bustle, decided to have his meal sent to his room.

Marissa took the head of the table, graciously urging everyone to eat more while constantly filling up Ellinor's plate.

Ellinor didn't eat much herself but fed Baber quite a bit.

Marissa initially didn't want Baber to disturb Ellinor's meal, but he seemed to only want to be with Ellinor as if he were her own child. Left with no choice, she let Ellinor feed him.