Chapter 2006

“I think I’ll just wait out here,” Ivy murmured with a slight twist of her eyes, her expression laced with hesitation, “It might be awkward if I go in. Why don’t you head in, and I’ll just hang back here?”

Balfour’s gaze deepened with resolve as he insisted that Ivy get out of the car and accompany him inside.

Giselle had called earlier to say there was a prop malfunction during the shoot that resulted in her getting hurt. She wanted Balfour to come over and check on her.

Being a man of principle and loyalty to his friends, Balfour felt obliged to visit.

If Ivy stayed outside now, she might overthink things and worry. It seemed better to have her witness everything firsthand, obviating the need for explanations.

“Balfour…” Ivy trailed behind him reluctantly, her anxiety building with each step.

thought of encountering an intimate scene between Giselle and Balfour sent a wave of discomfort through

tugged her along

only upon entering that they realized the place

wasn’t there a soul in

an accident with the props, how could the

a flicker of confusion in his eyes,

“Happy Birthday!”

in, a cascade of confetti showered down on them, creating a fantastical atmosphere.

looked around at a crowd of people holding confetti cannons, their faces beaming with joyous wishes. “Balfour!” Giselle, adorned in

a cake in hand,

were injured?” Balfour’s tone was icy as he regarded her.

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