Heartstrings On Fire

Chapter 706

Agnes shot a subconscious glance at Jared who was standing beside her.

His face was stone–cold, seemingly dropping the surrounding temperature.

Agnes quickly averted her gaze.

Count and Countess Alexandra greeted Agnes. They complimented her in English, “We’ve always heard Mr. Kearney mentioned Ms. Pritchard. Meeting you today, you truly are stunningly beautiful, a real gem indeed.”

People around praised Countess Alexandra’s eloquent English.

Agnes returned their greetings with ease.

Countess Alexandra was apparently close with Valeria, and she introduced Kearney to her.

Kearney. She had heard about eight major wineries

were essentially industry–leading behemoths with a long history.

she

riser and

was particularly favored by Count Alexandra and

in the shadows, while she was in the light, unable to fully

she had expended a lot of effort behind the scenes. She

today was somewhat different from what she had imagined. Those who could compete for Count Alexandra’s wine distribution rights were

black trench coat and glasses, looking scholarly and harmless. But

Kearney, I’ve heard so much about you.”

one that’s renowned. It’s an honor to

silently stood

had long been apart. But behind the scenes, they didn’t know how many times they had backstabbed each other for their own benefit.

was why Agnes disliked the business

the truth, facts were facts, and there was no need to wear a hypocritical mask and fake a smile. While Agnes was lost in thought, Valeria had already set her eyes