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.

and the Howard family-it

and that might lead to some misunderstandings. They’re getting on in years, and I don’t want any unnecessary drama,” Ivy

might misconstrue any tabloid drama

Ryan nodded sympathetically.

a family like the Howards had its pros and cons. Cases like this perhaps. highlighted the cons, but Ivy seemed

do her a small favor when it was within his power to do so. After all, it

Getting things cleared up is for the best. But how do you think

at how easily Ryan was on

now is to post a clarification on Twitter,”

the plan, “What should the

of their phones

they had casually snapped a few pics, which now seemed perfect

such a scene when he arrived with Ivy’s favorite pastries to surprise her on set.