The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2093

Meanwhile, Giselle’s home was in total disarray. The candlelit dinner she had meticulously prepared in anticipation of Balfour’s arrival had become a joke.

That old hag had dashed all her hopes!

Had it not been for the old woman’s meddling, she was certain that Balfour would have seen her message and come rushing over!

“I know Balfour has always carried a torch for me. He must have… Just wait, Balfour; I’ll clear all the hurdles in my path, even if it means dealing with your kin. They won’t escape my wrath!” She seethed, clenching her teeth.

Wine stains from the bottle she’d hurled in frustration dribbled down the wall, framing her vengeful expression in a sinister tableau.

Giselle’s face was swollen the next day when she arrived at the film set.

In the dead of night, fueled by anger, she had downed an entire bottle of red, a futile attempt to drown her sorrows, her eyes bloodshot and weary.

did you get up to last night? Look at your face! Do you even remember you have a pivotal

shoot today’s scenes in this state? She might as well be handing her rivals

some ice and a raw steak. “You’ve got half an hour before the first scene. Pray that the

oblivious, was still fuming about last night’s debacle.

fathom what Alyssa saw in Ivy. Why

background, determined to uncover the

woman had curried favor with the old matriarch early on, ensuring that Balfour would have to consider his family’s feelings even if he did

Balfour was wrapped

ritual she followed

would puff up like a pancake, a sight

was thunderous when she finally got in front of the camera. He did not scold her directly but

is this? Knowing she had an early call, how could you let her drink last night? Look at those bloodshot eyes. They’re clear as day on camera! How am I supposed to shoot this? Hmm? I’m filming a youthful beauty, not an alcoholic!” The assistant, numb from the scolding, was coming to terms

Just stand there and take

today and quickly sent someone to fetch