The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2445

“Do you have any reason you can’t show up?” the officer asked, his tone laced with subtle irony that suggested he found the whole situation rather absurd.

Finn remained silent, feeling a flush of embarrassment at the thought of trekking down to the police station at his age. The mere idea of being spotted by someone he knew was mortifying.

“Alright, it’s your call,” the officer said, wrapping up the conversation. “If there’s nothing else, I’ll hang up now.”

Meanwhile, at the hospital, after Balfour had rushed Ivy to the emergency room, the medical staff promptly tended to the gash on the back of her head. Thankfully, it looked worse than it actually was.

“Doctor, why hasn’t Ivy woken up yet?” Balfour asked, his voice tinged with concern.

doctor, who had a fatherly air about him, leaned in closer. “Mr. Howard, I mentioned this to you before when Ms. Dunhill was hospitalized. Her psychological state needs attention. Do you remember? I’m not a psychologist, but I’m quite certain Ms. Dunhill’s lingering unconsciousness is due to psychological factors. Despite her outward optimism, she’s

with Ivy’s psychological struggles. The doctor had mentioned them during her last hospital stay, and Balfour had witnessed her brightening up a bit since then. But now, unexpectedly,

ask how Ms. Dunhill sustained the injury to the back of her head?” the doctor

Balfour glanced at Ivy, lying so still on the hospital bed. “Her birth mother

doctor was plainly shocked. “Mr. Howard, I won’t pry further. But I strongly suggest you contact a psychologist quickly. That way, when Ms. Dunhill comes around, she can receive immediate appropriate care.”

Ivy had endured a lifetime of turmoil within her family, which undeniably took a toll on her psyche. She had always bottled up her darker thoughts, choosing to resolve her issues silently rather than

of negativity she must have internalized over the years. Today’s altercation with Tessa may

harsh enough. If not for the fact that she was a woman, he would have

flesh and blood! He was at a loss as to why Tessa had shown up on Ivy’s set, but he was sure