The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2080

“You’re just being too sensitive,” Balfour replied with a dismissive tone.

Ivy dropped her gaze, clenching her jaw, opting to stay silent rather than argue.

“Come on, Nolan, we haven’t had a meal together yet. No time like the present, join us, will ya?”

Nolan, who hadn’t eaten yet, saw this as an opportunity to confirm whether Ivy was indeed Mrs. Howard, Balfour’s wife.

In the end, no one could withstand Giselle’s persistence, and the group found themselves at a sushi bar not far from the studio lot.

As they settled in, Giselle made a point of sidling up next to Balfour.

Balfour paused mid-sit, glancing over at Ivy who was expressionlessly taking a seat next to Nolan, seemingly unfazed. His expression soured, and the atmosphere around him grew tenser.

last here. Balfour, do you still remember when we used to come to this place often back when we were kids? We thought this place was

eyes focused on Ivy across from him,

one who remembered this place,” Giselle said, wearing a warm, tender smile, her cheeks flushed

observed them quietly. If this had been his first encounter with the group, he would’ve bet his last dollar

head down, her thick hair a veil

the subject, brought up family matters.

it’s been a hot minute since I visited Dean and Alyssa. How are they doing?

blandly, “They’re fine. Thanks for asking.”

if he were speaking

coldness; after all, his cousin had always

regards, will ya? Next time I’m free, I’ll make sure to drop by,”

detached from the

“You’ve got your career on track, and you’re not getting any younger. Got a girlfriend