The Kiss that Sparked it All novel Chapter 1902

Clara had fought tooth and nail for this opportunity.

"Oh, Ivy, my dear sister," Clara pleaded, "you must charm Vincent and show him a night he'll never forget!"

When Clara returned home, the night had wrapped its dark velvet blanket around the world.

Stepping through the front door, she was greeted by Tessa descending the staircase, "Clara, why are you back so late? Where have you been?"

"I was at a networking event with the cast and crew," Clara said, massaging her temples, feigning exhaustion. "You have no idea how hard I hustle to land a role, Tessa."

Seeing Clara's pained expression, Tessa felt a pang of sympathy, "You've really outdone yourself, Clara. Go to your room and get some rest."

"Sure," Clara replied, holding her head as she trudged towards her room.

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Meanwhile, Ivy was navigating uncharted waters, an experience foreign to her. Her body ached, finding solace only in the warmth of the man's touch.

She clung to him, naively reciprocating his urgent kisses.

In a hazy moment, she heard him murmur a name close to her ear, "Mara..."

Mara?

Who was Mara?

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