The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2046

“Really? Yet she snagged Best Actress? Talk about a stroke of luck.” Ivy had never watched any of Giselle’s TV shows or movies, but after overhearing this tidbit, she made a mental note to binge-watch some of Giselle’s work when she had a free moment.

The two had been chatting up a storm when the crew signaled that everything was ready to roll. The director called for attention, and Ivy quickly touched up her makeup before dashing to her mark.

The brief exchange had brightened Ivy’s spirits considerably.

Back in the zone, Ivy’s scenes unfolded effortlessly. Her grip on the emotional nuances of her character in “Ballad of Valor” was getting stronger by the day, and they were wrapping scenes ahead of schedule.

Colton could not hide his enthusiasm after wrapping up the morning’s shoot. “Ivy, you’re hitting your stride. I knew you had it in you, but you’re even better than I imagined. Keep this up!”

praise, feeling a mix of pride and humility. “You’re too kind, Director. I’ve still got a ways to go compared to

Colton assured her, giving her a thumbs up. “Ballad of Valor is going

that very thumbs-up was like a thorn in Giselle’s side.

fainting to hold onto Balfour’s attention, which had landed her a night in the hospital for observation-commitment to the role, as she saw it. Fresh from her hospital discharge, she was just passing by the “Ballad of Valor” set, hoping to

tail end of Colton’s praise

complete novice, was seen as a gifted actress

Giselle turned on her heel and returned to her

and agent exchanged worried glances before following her.

“Ivy has become quite the darling, hasn’t she? Charmed the pants off Colton

why get worked up over her? We’ve got a shoot tomorrow.