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 was like

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

reputation but also about Dean and Alyssa. She feared they might misconstrue any tabloid drama as a sign of discord with

Ryan nodded sympathetically.

cons. Cases like

when it was within his power to do so. After all, it couldn’t hurt

things cleared up is for the best. But how do you think we should go about it?” he asked.

how easily Ryan was on board.

move right now is to post a clarification on Twitter,” she suggested. “As long as we make

the plan, “What should the message say?”

of their phones to

lunch, 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