Heartstrings On Fire

Chapter 686

Agnes took a deep breath to steady herself before stepping out of the car, feigning a calm demeanor, “What can I do for you, Mr. Whitfield?” Perfect. She could still call him Mr. Whitfield with such icy indifference.

“Agnes, what’s the meaning of having a one–night stand then disappearing on me?” Jared suddenly spoke up.

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Agnes was taken aback, not expecting Jared to be so blunt. His words made her feel as if he was playing the innocent victim.

“it was you who forced yourself on me that night. My not reporting you is already an act of mercy. So, there’s no ‘having a one–night stand‘ situation, Mr.

you. But don’t tell me that you didn’t want it afterwards, Agnes. We didn’t just do it once or twice. I remember quite clearly how engrossed you were.”

in close to Agnes, his voice a seductive whisper, “If you’ve

fury. She was genuinely angered by Jared’s audacity and his

we’re both adults. What’s the big deal about losing control once in a while? What do you want from me, money?” Money? Agnes really knew how to insult him! What

sharp as daggers. But she met his gaze with an equally defiant look,

Is that your purpose? You want to know why I didn’t resist you afterwards, because I’m still hung up on you? Is that what you want to confirm? No, it’s simply because you were so good I couldn’t resist. Is that the answer you’re looking for, Jared?”

getting at. But she had her pride. What good would admitting do now?

a fiancée and a