The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 1960

Clara’s friends huddled together, whispering furiously after witnessing the scene.

Clara shook off her shock, feeling utterly humiliated. With a stomp of her foot, she seethed internally, “That little snake Ivy, she’ll get what’s coming to her!”

The next morning came quickly.

Ivy rose early, slipping into her best business attire and taking extra care of her appearance before going downstairs.

“Up with the birds today, Ivy? Got big plans?” Alyssa asked with a warm smile, looking at Ivy’s outfit with interest. “Looking quite sharp, my dear. Got a date with friends? At your age, it’s all about putting your best foot forward!”

Ivy blushed, slightly embarrassed, “Grandma, I actually have a job interview today.”

Glancing at the clock, she added, “I should head out now, Grandma. Can’t be late for the interview! I’ll tell you all about it when I get back.”

drive you there!” Alyssa didn’t object to Ivy’s plans but insisted that the family driver take her to the

company she was interviewing with, and fearing the difficulty of hailing a cab at

family’s driver dropped her off at the Harris Group. Standing before

went well, she would finally be

a couple of deep breaths, she entered the building, informed the receptionist of her arrival, and was directed

Ivy observed numerous employees of the Harris Group bustling around, seemingly very busy with

kind of busy life; at least they were all working towards their dreams, their own lives. Unlike her, who didn’t have

mentally rehearsed answers to potential interview questions, determined to not

“Ivy.”

echoing in Ivy’s ears. She turned and, to her dismay, saw the last person she wanted to encounter-Clara.

bad penny, always

continue on her way, but Clara quickened her pace and blocked her path, “Hey! Ivy, are you deaf? Didn’t you hear me calling

persisted, prompting an impatient response, “Clara, I’ve got

had no choice