The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 1966

Clara was a rising star, handpicked by the Harris Group for their latest commercial shoot. Today was supposed to be her big moment in front of the

cameras.

But in a stroke of terrible luck, Ivy had accidentally bumped into Clara right outside the Harris Group’s headquarters, leaving a noticeable mark on her face. The mishap threatened to derail the entire commercial, and Ivy couldn’t shake the fear that the company’s executives might be on the warpath to

settle scores.

With her head lowered, Ivy hesitated, unsure of what to do next. Escape seemed impossible; they’d even followed her onto the bus. Trapped in her seat, Ivy let out a resigned sigh and said, “Alright, I’ll go back with you to see the CEO. I owe him an explanation for today’s disaster. But first, may I call my family?”

The woman smiled politely and nodded, “Of course.”

further into her seat, pulled out her phone, and texted Balfour.

Howard, I’m sorry, I think I’ve caused you trouble again.]

the money to cover it. Jobless and strapped for cash,

of his wife, she asked if he might lend her some

from the Harris Group with a forced smile and said,

chaos, the Harris Group’s imposing office building. Returning to the place

the CEO of the Harris Group wouldn’t be too harsh, and that

employee led her to the CEO’s office, stopping at the door with a grin, “Ivy, Mr. Harris

Ivy stuttered nervously, taking a deep breath, “Okay then… I’m