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.

up to the director,” Clara muttered, jealousy turning her words bitter as she retweeted the post.

a household name, Clara had a following, and her retweet lent an air

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

believe you,” Colton sighed, his face etched with frustration. This had escalated beyond simple

“Director, maybe we should consider recasting? There

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

its heart.”

film. You’ve poured years into

Ivy felt a knot in her stomach. She treasured this role but could not bear the thought of

hard work.

said, determined to keep Ivy but