The Kiss that Sparked it All novel Chapter 595

Ellinor was all set to say no.

But then Balfour cut in, stern and impatient. "Enough, all of you! Since Patri can't perform, there's no point in finding a replacement! Grandpa won't blame anyone; I'll explain the situation to him."

Hearing this, Ellinor was quite pleased.

Patricia, on the other hand, insisted through her tears. "Balfour, apart from this performance, I don't have any other gift for Grandpa. If I don't give him anything, even if he doesn't blame me this time, he'll think less of me in the future. So I can't do that."

Balfour scrunched up his eyebrows, looking down at his stubborn sister in his arms. "Patri, listen to me; your health is what's most important! You don't have to perform for Grandpa today; there's plenty of time in the future to sing for him!"

Patricia fired back. "No! Today is Grandpa's birthday; any other day won't do! Balfour, I've already told Grandpa I have a special gift; I can't go back on my word! And Theo is waiting for me to go on stage; I don't want to let him or Grandpa down."

Balfour darkened, "Patri!"

Haillie stepped up to them, defending her best friend. "Balfour, see, Patricia is stubborn about performing. If you don't find someone to take her place, she won't cooperate with the check-up for her foot injury."

Only then did Balfour consider Haillie's suggestion.

Patricia was gentle but incredibly stubborn. She had a strong will, as shown when she decided to marry Theo from a young age.

Patricia looked at Ellinor with pleading eyes. "Ellinor, I'm injured now; I can't perform. If you could go on stage for me, I'd be really grateful. Your voice is so beautiful; I'm sure you'll sing and perform wonderfully. I believe in you."

Ellinor glanced at Patricia, then at her boss, Balfour. She considered the idea and let out a resigned sigh. "Fine! Since Mr. Howard is asking, I guess I have to do as the boss says. But if my performance isn't good, don't blame me."

"We won't! Thank you, Ellinor, for helping me!" Patricia gratefully said, then turned to Haillie. "Haillie, could you help me take Ellinor to get her makeup and costume on? We're running out of time!"

At this, Haillie gave a smug smile and nodded. "Sure, no problem. I'll take her right away!"