The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 1907

Finn stormed out of the house without giving Tessa a chance to explain herself.

Tessa looked utterly flustered until Clara stepped forward, took her hand with a sly smile, and said, “Don’t you worry, Tessa. I’ll talk to Dad. Ivy going off the rails is her own doing; it’s got nothing to do with you.”

Clara’s words were a relief, and Tessa, feeling touched, responded, “Clara, you’re such a sweetheart. I knew there was a reason I always liked you!”

After the call ended abruptly, Ivy felt utterly helpless. She hadn’t expected Clara to not only fail in her schemes but to also spread such nasty rumors about her at home.

Home was no sanctuary for Ivy, and with the turmoil there, she didn’t know where she could turn for shelter.

Even without any proof, Clara’s words were enough to convince their parents of Ivy’s guilt, rendering her explanations useless.

It was just like when they were in grade school; Clara would start a fight, but as soon as she cried and claimed Ivy was the bully, their parents would take her side without question.

that house, no one

her parents’ scolding, as well as Clara’s schadenfreude and

over two decades, Ivy suddenly felt exhausted, just so tired.

for a long time before

once again, with Balfour

earlier… can I still sign

was somewhat surprised by her return,

subtly and let Ivy back

couch again, Ivy seemed uncomfortable. “I’m sorry for being

my

reasons.”

agreement, Balfour said, not interested in

her do it didn’t matter to Balfour.