The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2134

Ivy strutted forward, her heels clicking with an assertive rhythm that seemed to resonate with her fierce presence.

In contrast, Giselle, who usually carried herself with an air of arrogance, suddenly felt a wave of insecurity wash over her at the sight of Ivy. She even took an unintentional step back.

Seizing the moment, Ivy flashed a disarming smile and said, “Giselle, fancy meeting you here. Weren’t you supposed to have a busy morning on set today? I heard you had quite a few scenes lined up.”

Ivy’s words seemed to glide over Giselle’s obvious panic.

Brushing her hair because of inner unease, Giselle attempted to retain her composure, “I… I just happened to be passing by and thought I’d pop in for a look. A visit to the police station might come in handy for a future role.”

“Who would just happen’ to swing by a police station? Could it be that you’re here to visit someone, Giselle?”

Ivy’s smile, relaxed and self-assured, only served to irritate Giselle further.

was itching

visiting a police station? And why do you care where I go? More to the point, what brings you to the doorstep of the police

if Ivy had caught her at the police

to explain herself

celebrated leading lady of the silver screen, while Ivy was nothing but a greenhorn. What did her presence here even matter?

time to take leisurely strolls to the police station. I’ve got real business here. My sister got mixed up in some foolishness, and I felt

have a packed schedule and can’t afford to

her, “Giselle, there are some things that must be said. You’ve got the crown of a leading lady now. You have to take care of your reputation. ‘The more you walk in night, the likelier you are to stain your dress,’ as the saying goes. I’m sure you understand that better than anyone. Some mistakes can be fixed, but some actions

paled instantly. Was this

Ivy’s words. But she couldn’t gauge how much Ivy really knew, or if this was all just a bluff, a probing

pretended not to hear, hurrying away. She didn’t dare to turn back to meet

eyes darkened. She didn’t believe she had provoked Giselle intentionally. But now, as the nominal Mrs. Balfour, she couldn’t avoid her spite.

would he be as