The Kiss that Sparked it All novel Chapter 2056

Was this woman really trying to push him into the arms of another?

Did she not have a heart?

Balfour's mood soured as he approached Ivy with a stern face, "Yes, Giselle and I go way back, and I've explained everything to you. Your persistent distrust leaves me with nothing more to say. Ivy, don't forget who you are. Do what you're supposed to, and don't give us away in front of Grandma and Grandpa. Play your part well!"

Ivy's hand froze mid-stroke through her hair, followed by a wry smile. "Rest assured, Mr. Howard, when have I ever disappointed you in playing the role of your wife? But don't get so distracted by Giselle that you're the one who slips up in front of Grandma."

"Sassy as always; it seems that's the only thing you're good at with me!" Balfour suddenly leaned in, pinching Ivy's chin. His fingertips felt the softness of her skin, and the fresh scent of her bath lingered in the air.

Ivy's reflection in the makeup mirror looked defiant as she snorted, "The feeling is mutual."

They left their room with tension thick between them, but the moment they descended the stairs, they donned expressions of sweet affection.

Especially Balfour, who took Ivy's hand in his own.

Ivy stiffened briefly, and Balfour coughed, his face serious. "What are you looking at? This is just part of the act! Aren't you an actress? You’re supposed to be better at this than I am!"

Surprisingly, Ivy did not argue. Only she knew the misunderstanding that had just taken place. Too bad that...

The two women downstairs had very different expressions.

Alyssa beamed with satisfaction as she saw her grandson and granddaughter-in-law hand in hand. The more she looked at Ivy, the more she liked her, and she was determined to snuff out any inappropriate ideas others might have about Ivy.

Giselle had expected nothing good from the matriarch of the Howard family calling her over, and indeed, it was just to make her witness this spectacle, to discourage her!