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.

acting so high and mighty. She’s cozied up to the director,” Clara muttered, jealousy

following, and her retweet lent an air of credibility

debate intensified, and Ivy, huddled on her couch, watched with mounting anxiety. She reached out to the director, desperate to clear the air. “Colton, I swear I didn’t steal

alright, I believe you,” Colton sighed, his face etched with frustration.

should consider recasting? There will be other opportunities to work

option,” Colton shot back without a second thought, “She’s perfect

its heart.”

in the face 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 us want to see it fail

argument, Ivy felt a knot in her stomach. She treasured this role but could not bear

hard work.

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