The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2142

“Look, no one’s trying to rail against Ivy. But with the evidence at hand, there are some doubts about her that might need clearing up.” Balfour frowned in annoyance. “How can she explain something she didn’t do?”

Colton was momentarily speechless. This couple really was cut from the same cloth.

“But the surveillance footage is as clear as day, and we’re not out to pin anything on anyone unjustly, Mr. Howard. Please understand we’re not keen on stirring up trouble for the sake of it.”

Colton sounded exasperated, as though his decision to side with the others and keep Ivy around was a reluctant compromise.

Balfour just let out a cold laugh.

“Colton, I might not know the ins and outs of showbiz, but you’re not exactly a greenhorn, are you?

I told you before, Ivy’s new to the scene. All she wants is to act her heart out. She’s still figuring out the ropes, which is why I asked you to keep an eye out for her. Is this your idea of looking after her?”

Balfour’s voice carried a smile, but Colton felt a chill run down his own spine, not daring to meet his gaze.

the surveillance footage briefly but was confident that the person wasn’t Ivy. Same clothes, sure,

Ivy remained silent. The feeling of being protected was utterly intoxicating

drama is not new to other sets. Yet, it seems

“It’s my fault. We’ve been sailing too smoothly

had to manage more than just perfect shots. They also had to handle the complex web of relationships within the crew. They weren’t just

team. Sure, friction between star actors was normal, and Colton never meddled

messed with his film was a different story. It was a matter of principle.

the issue, I’ll be

dropping that line, Balfour grabbed Ivy by the wrist and walked

looked back at the director and then at Balfour.

okay to just leave like

She felt uneasy.

running away at the first