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 the seasoned

her, giving her a thumbs up. “Ballad of Valor is going to be the hit of the

was like a thorn in Giselle’s side.

had landed her a night in the hospital for observation-commitment to the role, as she saw it. Fresh from her hospital

she caught the tail end of Colton’s praise for

Ivy, a complete novice, was seen as a gifted actress

and Colton converse, Giselle turned on her heel and

exchanged worried glances before

fit of rage. “Ivy has become quite the darling,

got a shoot tomorrow. Stay calm, or it’ll show on your skin, and you won’t look as beautiful