The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2040

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Ivy scrolled through the comments with a growing sense of dread. Meanwhile, across the city, in the steel and glass tower that housed the Howard Group Building, Balfour was also staring at the absurd headlines flickering on his screen.

He was well aware of the murky waters of the entertainment industry, but he had not anticipated Ivy, a newcomer, getting tangled in such rumors so quickly. “Quinton, dig up everything you can on that makeup artist. And get our PR team on those fake news stories online, stat.”

“Ivy? No way!”

Clara, who had been lounging at home, feet kicked up and barely working for the past two weeks, discovered on Twitter that Ivy had somehow slipped into the world of showbiz, landing the lead role in ‘Ballad of Valor’!

Jobs had been scarce after losing out on a commercial shoot, let alone a lead role in a major film.

so high and mighty. She’s cozied up to the director,”

retweet lent an air of credibility to the rumor among

director, desperate to clear the air. “Colton, I swear I didn’t steal anything, and now you’re getting dragged into this mess,

sighed, his face etched with frustration. This had

“Director, maybe we should consider recasting?

back without a second thought, “She’s perfect for the role. Without her,

its heart.”

of Colton’s resolve. “But the scandal is already affecting the film. You’ve poured years into ‘Ballad of Valor, and so have we. None of

stomach. She treasured this role but

hard work.

now. We’ll deal with the media later,” Colton said, determined to keep