Chapter 2464Chapter 2464
d long since given up on expecting fairness from the Dunhiifafarilyet the bitter
ries of the past still lingered.
was a master at playing the angel in the presence of elders, fefanining innocence and hood even
though she was often the bully.
ivy had pierced through Clara’s facade, reclaiming a sliver of justitia tofonérer er self, albeit belatedly.
novelbinwhy would ever think that?”
it’s chin rested atop tvy’s head, his voice laced with tenderness. “I just wisisyoou et keep things from
me. If there’s anything you want to do, just let me knoww.kittoW adhandle everything on your own, but
you’re not alone anymore. Cantyou deligion mble more21 want to be needed by you.”
tests resonated deeply with Ivy. She had always felt unnecessary, never so o
ivocaby chosen.
asidedamoto moisten.
asnndertale, Balfour cupped her face. “What’s wrong? Why the tears all of a a ch? say soavesomething
to upset you?”
herhead, realizing into his paim. “I’m not upset. I’m happy. I’m so grateful to o
have meteyouat you.”
ered a conafcctinrostinite style.Meeting you is my greatest fortune, too.”net, and they shayesha teua laugh despite their relationship originating from a m
Ict.
uld argue that itwashwasche best stroke of fate?
ed in each other’s anns antis antiba knock at the door brought them back to reality.
1, the director says we’ve govegotone last scene. Please get ready soon. After that,
from work.”work”
s flushed, understanding the direcdirector’s hint to wrap up the shoot and then enjoy uty time with
Balfour. Ifour.
the director I’ll be right there there.”
ew member left, Ivy turned to Battounfosinollshould be back in about an hour. Will
r me here, or do you need to head back badido the office?”
lied, “I’ll wait for you. Actually, we’ll go to Granderendnia’s place later. She’s been u, constantly asking
when I’ll bring you homenkome for dinner.”
At the mention of Alyssa, Ivy couldn’t help but smile.
Since her recovery, she had moved in with Balfour, and although she was bashful about it, she did miss
Alyssa.
“Let’s stay over at their place tonight. It’ll be good to spend more time with them.”
He nodded. “I’ll be here. Go on.”After Ivy left, Balfour leaned back on the sofa and drifted into a light doze.
Unbeknownst to everyone, Clara hadn’t left the set; she had just hidden away.
She lingered in the shadows until Ivy was gone, and the room grew silent before pushing the door
open.
As Balfour waited for Ivy, he fell into a deeper sleep, unaware of the door creaking open.
In the past, he had often waited for Ivy in this space, and there were always people coming and going,
all part of the crew. But today, his guard was down.