Chapter 2006

“I think I’ll just wait out here,” Ivy murmured with a slight twist of her eyes, her expression laced with hesitation, “It might be awkward if I go in. Why don’t you head in, and I’ll just hang back here?”

Balfour’s gaze deepened with resolve as he insisted that Ivy get out of the car and accompany him inside.

Giselle had called earlier to say there was a prop malfunction during the shoot that resulted in her getting hurt. She wanted Balfour to come over and check on her.

Being a man of principle and loyalty to his friends, Balfour felt obliged to visit.

If Ivy stayed outside now, she might overthink things and worry. It seemed better to have her witness everything firsthand, obviating the need for explanations.

“Balfour…” Ivy trailed behind him reluctantly, her anxiety building with each step.

intimate scene between Giselle and

Balfour tugged her along into the studio.

they realized the

wasn’t there a soul in

truly been an accident with the props, how could the set

scanned the area, a flicker of confusion in his eyes, and

“Happy Birthday!”

they pushed open the door and walked in, a cascade of confetti showered down on them, creating a fantastical atmosphere.

their faces beaming with joyous wishes. “Balfour!” Giselle, adorned in a pink petal dress, with her curly hair cascading over her shoulders, looked every bit the princess.

cake in hand, “Happy

were injured?” Balfour’s tone was icy as he regarded her.

regained her composure, “I just wanted to surprise you. Look, I ordered this cake just for you, and

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