The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2244

Nolan was anxious, his usual charm nowhere to be found as he faced Ivy across the room.

“Ivy, just pretend I’m a stranger for a minute and seriously consider what I’m saying. Do you really want to keep doing something this risky? Even your fans, the ones who truly care about you, wouldn’t want you putting yourself in danger like this.”

Ivy frowned, her resolve wavering. Was he really pushing her to give up now?

“Nolan, I get where you’re coming from, but this career… it’s my first real shot. I just can’t walk away halfway through.”

Watching Ivy avoid his gaze, Nolan’s expression grew even more concerned. “Are you still as stubborn as ever? Why do you have to be this way? Isn’t your life worth more than anything?”

Locking eyes with him, Ivy replied, “Nolan, did you come here just to hear me say I’ll quit acting? Thanks for your concern, really. I appreciate it, but I’m not ready to throw in the towel just yet. I can’t convince you now, I know, but this is my life, and I’m holding the reins. Besides, I’m an adult and have the right to make my own choices, including how to protect myself. Thanks for stopping by, Nolan. I’m grateful, truly. But I’m tired, and if you don’t mind, I’d like to get some rest.”

that, Ivy turned away and closed her

out a wry chuckle, his tone softening with a hint of resignation. “I should’ve known you’d bristle at me playing the bad guy here. But, stubborn or not, I had to say my

he sighed, Ivy felt a pang of guilt. Was she being too hard on him? After all, he

was preparing to leave, the door swung open, and Balfour

Nolan, Balfour’s expression darkened

turned, and her eyes lit up at the sight of him- a spark that Nolan had never managed

Nolan greeted Balfour

bags in hand, looked like he’d brought a piece

about Ivy’s accident. Found out she was staying here and came to