The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2498

“Seriously, you’re such a stand-in. Nothing but an understudy in the grand play of life,” Mara sneered with a smug twist of her lips.

Mara tried her best to keep that woman’s image out of her mind, but hellbent on getting under Ivy’s skin, she triumphantly whipped out a photo.

“Oh, dear Victoria, do me this one last favor, will you?” Mara’s voice dripped with saccharine sweetness.

After they left, Ivy finally exhaled in relief, retreating to the sanctuary of her bedroom. She flopped down on the bed as Balfour followed, carrying a warm glass of milk.

“At last, some peace and quiet. I’m absolutely spent,” she sighed.

Balfour took a seat beside her. “Sorry about that mess. I won’t let anyone barge in uninvited again. I’ve no idea how they even got our address.”

really. I’m not mad

wasn’t in the mood to talk about Mara. Instead, her thoughts drifted to her work. Life had changed; she had to be wary of paparazzi every time she stepped out.

spent most

she? There would be no

hustle, Balfour felt a pang of sympathy. “Do you really

hung in the air as Ivy sat up, her face stern with conviction.

support, I couldn’t keep going. There were times, after all that drama, when I thought about giving up. Just getting

are people out there who will take your side against the slander, who trust you unconditionally? It’s incredibly moving. They’re like a beacon of light for me. Sure, you give me strength and confidence, but they’re the ones who keep me moving forward. I can’t just give them a half-hearted effort. Besides, for many, this might be the only chance they get to meet me. I might not remember each one, but to them, I’m a shining star, and I want to make sure no one regrets

as she spoke from the heart, expressing

choice by trusting me. I want

to give back to the