The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2191

As far as Ryan understood, the matriarch of the Howard family was one of those old-school types.

The Howards, elated to finally have a granddaughter-in-law, seemed eager to shower Ivy with all the best scripts Hollywood had to offer.

But Ivy wasn’t one for nepotism; she wanted to earn her roles fair and square.

Of course, this was all insider gossip Ryan had picked up, the truth of which was anyone’s guess.

After years in the industry, Ryan had his own web of connections.

Ivy nodded in agreement, not denying the rumors. Since it was public knowledge, there was no point in playing coy-it would just come off as petty.

Besides, during her contract with Balfour Studios, being known as a Howard could only work in her favor. There were no downsides.

the vast divide between herself and the Howard family-it was like comparing the earth to the

and that might lead to some misunderstandings. They’re getting on in years, and I

misconstrue any tabloid drama as a sign of discord with Balfour, something

Ryan nodded sympathetically.

had its pros and cons. Cases

favor when it was within his power to do

best. But how do you think we should go about it?”

widened, surprised at how

post a clarification on Twitter,” she suggested. “As long as we

agreed with the plan, “What

they decided to use one of their

a few pics,

didn’t expect to see such a scene when he