The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2038

The makeup artist had her mind set: there had to be a scandal brewing between the two of them, and no amount of explanation would change her conviction.

The others on set, though silent, seemed to tacitly agree with the makeup artist’s suspicions.

It is human nature, after all. People love to indulge in juicy, taboo gossip, even when it is entirely unfounded.

“Alright, enough,” Colton announced, breaking through the whispers and murmurs. “I’ve said all there is to say. The innocent have nothing to hide. Let’s break it up, folks. We’re on the clock here, and the shoot starts promptly.”

Colton’s words were the final say despite lingering doubts and sideways glances. No one dared to question further, and they dispersed to their respective duties.

Having crossed Colton, the makeup artist did not bother to stick around. She packed her things and left without looking back.

out, Colton let out a weary sigh. “Ivy, I’m sorry for the mess. I could have handled things better. But don’t you worry. If you’ve done nothing wrong, you’ve got nothing to fear from shadows.”

into this. Had you not cast

for the role,” he insisted, even amid the drama. “Let them talk.

no better way to prove her innocence, Ivy nodded in agreement. “I’ll

artist. It might take a bit of time. Use it to get ready; we’ll start as soon as you’re prepped,”

the makeup room, Ivy opened her

character in ‘Ballad of

a new makeup artist arrived

thorough preparation, the

day progressed, Ivy felt her anxiety ease

into her hotel bed and drifted off into a deep sleep. She awoke groggily to missed calls from Balfour on her

her eyes, she sat up and texted back, [Sorry, fell asleep. What’s up?]