The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 1988

Realizing the hesitation in her voice, Ivy decided to prob her into actions, “I’m not gonna lie but our production isn’t exactly big-time, but there’s decent money behind it. If you are interested, I’ll just reach out to other actresses.”

As soon as she said this, she made a move to hang up the call.

Clara, sensing the opportunity slipping away, quickly piped up, “Wait! Hold on a sec, director! I didn’t mean that! I just haven’t seen your script yet so I don’t know if the role is a good fit for me, you know?”

“You’re welcome to come and give a walk-through if you are interested. We really think you’d be perfect for this part.”

After being turned down by numerous crews, Clara was thrilled to get praise. Someone saw me finally! She thought.

“Oh, well, in that case, I’ll give it a shot!” she exclaimed.

“Great! I’ll send you the details for the audition. See you there, Ms. Dunhill,” Ivy said before ending the call.

Later, Ivy headed to the study. She took a moment to mentally prepare herself before knocking on the door.

“Come in.”

work in front of his computer, deeply engaged in work. She asked tentatively, “I’m not interrupting, am

first,” Balfour said without looking up from his work, gesturing to a stool nearby.

nodded and sat down quietly, watching

seemed a world away from his usual icy demeanor. In these moments, he

Balfour closed his laptop

blurted, “Uh… I need a favor.”

his forehead. “I told Quinton that you can go directly

his gesture, concern flickered in Ivy’s eyes, “Do you

do you need?”

the leaks is my

Balfour’s eyes narrowed, his gaze

her a