The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2492

“Let’s call it a day, Ivy. Your fan meet is just around the corner, and you’ve got the moves down. No need for any last-minute cramming,” Ms. Madison advised with a reassuring smile.

“Got it. I’ll be sure to remember everything. And I’ve saved a ticket for you. Make sure you come, okay?” Ivy replied, her voice bubbling with excitement.

Ms. Madison couldn’t help but feel a thrill of anticipation as Ivy smiled and waved her goodbye; Ivy’s fan meet was the hottest ticket in town, and to think she had reserved one especially for her – it was a sweet gesture that didn’t go unnoticed.

As Ivy and Balfour made their way out, Ivy hadn’t even reached the door before Balfour, ever so thoughtful, had her jacket ready for her.

“Put this on now. You’re all sweaty, and if you catch a cold draft outside, you might catch a chill,” he said with concern.

Ivy slipped into the jacket and leaned in close to Balfour, whispering, “Did I do okay in there?”

Balfour’s cheeks flushed a deep shade of crimson when Ivy drew near.

good,” he managed to

in astonishment. “How can

had never seen such an expression

feeling her

She had never performed in front of an audience before, and the thought of her very fi show being in front of her adoring fans was daunting. She wanted to surprise and deli them, but Balfour’s unexpected reaction had

seemed reluctant to admit

and Balfour opened the car door for her that

a fierce desire to keep her all to himself had surged within him. He just didn’t want her to dance in front of the crowd. All because of Ivy’s glowing look

his expectations. Watching her move, he wanted nothing more than to claim her