The Kiss that Sparked it All novel Chapter 587

Byran crossed his arms and grumbled in a huff, "I'm an adult now; I’m not a kid anymore! This is clearly a double standard!"

Patricia's face reddened even more. Byran's sarcastic comment made her uncomfortable, but there was a hint of sweetness in her eyes, suggesting that she didn't actually mind the teasing.

However, Theo, who stood next to them, showed no reaction, as if Byran's comments had nothing to do with him.

Patricia lifted her head again to look at his expressionless face and asked, "Theo, are you ready to go shopping for clothes with me now?"

Theo took a couple of seconds before responding in a detached tone, "Let's go."

Patricia nodded cheerfully, "Great, let me take you there; it’s just around the corner!”

Theo, with his hands in his pockets, followed her without ever glancing back at Ellinor, who was hiding behind him.

Patricia, trailing Theo, suddenly turned back to flash a triumphant smile at Ellinor. Her smile overflowed with the pride of a victor.

Feeling relieved to be free of Patricia's pestering, Ellinor didn't care about Patricia's smug smile.

Byran pouted and said, "Hey! Ellinor, my sister just asked you to help her check out the gifts. Why didn't you go? You really missed an opportunity! I told her I wanted to look, but Patricia wouldn't let me."

Just now, Patricia insisted on dragging her to help with the gift because she probably had another trap waiting for her.

Thankfully, Theo helped her. Even though he'd thrown a few insults her way, he had indeed gotten her out of a sticky situation.

Suddenly, Byran's face changed, "Crap! Balfour's coming; I’ve gotta hide or I'll be sent home to do homework again! Ellinor, remember, don't let him know I brought you here!"

Ellinor nodded, made an "OK" hand gesture, then watched as Byran scurried off.

Geez, this didn't look like a reunion of brothers; it looked more like a scared animal running from a predator.