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.

between herself and the Howard family-it was

that might lead to some misunderstandings. They’re

they might misconstrue any tabloid drama as a sign of discord with Balfour, something that could go against the terms

Ryan nodded sympathetically.

a family like the Howards had its pros and cons. Cases like

within his power to do so. After all, it couldn’t hurt to curry favor with the future lady of the

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

widened, surprised at how easily

is to post a clarification on Twitter,” she suggested. “As long as we make it clear we’re just friends and not romantically involved, it should suffice.”

with the plan, “What should

they decided to use one of their

few pics, which now seemed

to see such a scene when he arrived with Ivy’s favorite pastries to