The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2035

Giselle could not wrap her head around why Colton had chosen Ivy for the lead role in “Ballad of Valor.” A greenhorn with zero acting chops and not a single fan to her name-how on earth was she supposed to carry a whole movie?

It would be a box office disaster, no doubt about it.

And after today’s fiasco, she was certain Colton was second-guessing his choice. Another appearance from her and the star role would be in the bag.

But even with Ivy’s dismal performance, Colton didn’t backtrack. Instead, he took her aside for some one-on-one coaching.

Giselle remembered her early days when she worked on a Colton flick. She had been chewed out plenty, but he had never offered her private lessons. What was Ivy’s secret?

Her gaze slid to the nearby vanity, littered with makeup and accessories. A bag rested on the stool, clearly marked with Ivy’s

name.

Ivy’s, Giselle thought. And

up the priciest eyeshadow palette,

she was unmasked as a petty thief right in front of everyone. She would

coaching, he saw a marked improvement in Ivy’s performance. She finally embodied the spirit “Ballad of Valor” needed,

on set, Ivy was ushered to the makeup room. The makeup artist beckoned her

“This morning’s makeup was a total waste. Thanks for

smile. “No trouble at all,” she said, beginning to work

face.

job a breeze. It was just the fact that she was a newbie, making the seasoned makeup artist, who was used to attending

my eyeshadow palette?” While working on the eye makeup, the artist searched the table over