The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2684

“It doesn’t matter how transparent Imogen’s schemes are, if Francis remains
oblivious. To him, she’s still the picture of a gentle, kind-hearted stepmother.
Alright, you can leave

now.”

“Yes, sir.”

Nolan leaned back in his chair, his gaze returning to the unassuming invitation in
his hands. Poor Regina seemed rather pitiable.

She used to be the apple of her father’s eye, but now, with a new stepmom and
stepsister in the Tanner family, her status had plummeted. Rumor had it she even
moved out and got herself a job.

Nolan couldn't fathom what kind of father Francis was, neglecting his own flesh
and blood while doting on someone else’s kid.

It was baffling, but it was none of his concerns.

Regina, prepping for the evening's gala, had headed early to her favorite makeup
studio, only to bump into the very last people she wanted to see.

“There you are, Regina!” The voice belonged to Talon, the renowned stylist who
founded the studio. His skills were legendary in the high society circles.

“Yeah, it's been ages, Talon. I've missed you!” Regina smiled, opening her arms
for a quick hug.

Talon playfully chided her, “Sweet talker. If you missed me so much, why don't I
see you around my studio more often?”

“Well, I've got my own gigs now, don’t I? Always on the run, hardly have a
moment to swing by your studio. Plus, where would I flaunt all that glam?”
Talon took Regina's hand and led her to her private makeup room, a space he'd
reserved just for her, completely ignoring the mother-daughter duo seated
nearby.

Imogen and Madeline looked sour. They had arrived much earlier yet were utterly
neglected by the staff. When they asked how much longer they would have to
wait, the staff kept saying it'd be soon, showing no respect at all!

Now it was clear; the studio team was in cahoots with Regina.

Regina hadn't even glanced their way. Madeline rolled her eyes dramatically and
buried her face in her phone.

Imogen forced a laugh and then put on a sugary face, approaching Regina, “My
dear, why

un session? Need any help? Tonight's event is crucial. Your father

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Chapter 2684

made me promise to remind you not to embarrass the family. We can’t have a
repeat of the last time, can we?”

Regina took a deep breath, about to retort, when Talon squeezed her arm and
patted it reassuringly.

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“Lady, you've been sitting here

looking like Cinderella before the ball.

Are you all dolled up, or am I missing
something?” Talon gasped

dramatically, covering his mouth in

mock surprise, “Or perhaps you're

already done, and it's just that I can't

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His scrutinizing gaze swept over Imogen, leaving her blushing with
embarrassment.

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“We've been here since dawn, and the
service has been atrocious. Kept

saying we're up “next, but no one’s

lifted a finger to help us with our

makeup or hair. Is this how your
esteemed makeup studio treats its
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Imogen’s tone was meant to be civil, but Talon wasn’t one to mince words. He
didn’t care for niceties.

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“Apologies, madam, but I'm not sure
where you heard about our studio.

Truth be told, without a VIP referral,

we typically don't cater to walk-ins

like yourselves. If we just let anyone

in, wouldn't that lower our studio's
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