The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2099

“Mmm-hmm, that’s me,” Ivy said, clutching the novel she had just picked off the shelf. It was her first time being recognized by a fan, and a blush crept up her cheeks involuntarily.

“Oh my gosh! I absolutely adore that trailer you were in, you were amazing, and you’re so gorgeous! I can’t believe you’re even prettier without makeup. Can I please get a selfie with you?”

Ivy’s face turned a deeper shade of red from the compliment. “Thank you so much. I’d love to take a picture. I’m not wearing any makeup, though. Is that alright?”

She was worried the fan might be expecting to see her as close to her on-screen persona as possible.

The girl shook her head vigorously. “Why would I mind? You’re stunning just as you are!”

“You’re pretty adorable yourself. Happy to meet you,” Ivy said with a smile that reached her eyes, and they snapped the selfie. The fan’s heart felt like it had been hit by a thunderbolt. “Ivy, you’ve gotta keep acting. You’re going to be huge! And when you are, I’ll be your number one fan!”

a smile. After the fan walked away, Ivy was

what it feels like to meet a fan? It’s magical how they get drawn in by

This was what it felt like to be liked and affirmed, a feeling she was not accustomed to as it was a

was about to pay for her book, Ivy

deep in

asking, “Everything okay? Do

actually start a conversation with them. She let out an excited squeal before clamping her hand over her mouth, remembering they were

I’d recognize your

while some stars were drop-dead gorgeous, others could not seem to detach from their photo edits.

them in person was the moment she stopped being a fan.

even more beautiful in real life, her skin so soft it looked like it could ripple with a touch, her features so delicate! Before she could dwell on it, she thrust her phone at her boyfriend, urging him to