The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2502

Ivy made her way to dance rehearsal, following the call sheet she had received earlier that day.

“Cut- Ivy, you botched the move again. What’s with you today? You seem to be in another world. If you’re burnt out, maybe take a day off. You’ve got the routine down anyway. I just wanted you to keep it fresh,” the dance instructor said, a hint of concern lacing his words.

Flushing with embarrassment, Ivy apologized, “I’m sorry. I guess I’m just not feeling it today.”

“No worries. You heading out now? Mr. Howard hasn’t shown up yet though,” the instructor added.

Slipping on her jacket, Ivy assured him, “I’ll give him a heads-up before I go.”

out with Mara in person.

her eyebrows in mock surprise when Ivy

icy. “Yeah, you left that photo under my pillow on purpose, didn’t you? Wanted me to come to you? Well, Balfour’s not here to play

flatter yourself, darling. That photo was just a reminder for Balfour not

neutral ground

scared of me?” Mara taunted.

to be cautious around you. But I doubt you’d pull the same trick twice-that would just be stupid,” Ivy

could signal Clara to act. Meeting in a public

there. I dare you to show up,”

silenced her phone. She needed to confront Mara face to face, and she couldn’t bear to burden Balfour with her worries. Would he trust her or question