The Kiss that Sparked it All novel Chapter 2043

Ivy took on the role primarily for the paycheck, never genuinely intending to become a celebrity. Yet, as she delved deeper into the world of showbiz, she began to grasp the reality of the industry and realized that this decision might just be a life-changer.

Fear crept up on her.

But then...

“I'm in too deep to back out now, ready or not,” Ivy muttered, “I’ve signed the contract, and the penalty for breaking it is through the roof. I’m already drowning in debts; if I add a breach of contract fee to the pile, I'd be paying it off for the rest of my days.”

“You know I've told you a thousand times, you don’t have to pay me back.” Balfour’s voice was gentle but firm. “As for the penalty fee, if you decide to drop out of the film, I’ll cover it.”

Ivy was taken aback by his offer. Leaving the production had not even crossed her mind, but she could not let Balfour shoulder that cost even if she did consider it.

She already owed him more than she could bear; she could not pile on more.

“No, Balfour. I appreciate it, but no thanks.”

Having made up her mind, she smiled and said, “I promised Colton I'd see this movie through. I will live up to that promise, keep my word, and give it my all. Plus, the character of Valor is too captivating to just walk away from.”

“Alright then.”

Balfour had not come to persuade her to quit. Seeing that she was not frightened off and was standing her ground despite the challenges, he did not press further.

“I should get going. Remember, if you have any troubles, just call me.”

His words were a promise that the Howard family had her back; for any problem she could not handle, Balfour would step in to sort it out.