Heartstrings On Fire

Chapter 709

Jared snorted, “What, afraid I’ll catch wind of your affair, Agnes? You’re supposed to be Ryder’s fiancée, aren’t you? How did you become Mr. Kearney’s sweetheart?” Jared had arrived with the full intention of having a calm, rational conversation with Agnes.

After all, he knew things might not be as they seemed.

Just like with him and Valeria, there were extenuating circumstances.

Perhaps Agnes was merely Kearney’s date for the evening.

But every time he stood before Agnes, seeing her look of disdain and coldness, Jared couldn’t help but prod her.

As expected, Agnes‘ expression shifted.

Agnes replied, “Mr. Whitfield, I don’t think you’re in a position to question me.

Jared’s face soured,

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But Agnes had already turned away, “The moon is beautiful tonight, Jared. You asked me to think about something a few days ago, and I’ve made my decision.” Agnes turned to look at Jared.

Jared found himself holding

heart felt like

was incredibly

had a bad feeling.

had a hunch that Agnes was about to reject

stop her from

rooted in place, his face devoid of any emotion, as if waiting

We can be regular friends, and co–parents to Nocturne. Nocturne and I will live in Manhattan, but I won’t stop you from visiting him. Of course, if you prefer, we can be strangers, just like we

felt

her, like a maze that had trapped

needed

fear of the unknown was causing her

create one herself, not knowing if it led to

decision was made,

“Friend or stranger, the choice

look into Jared’s

she could sense that he was not pleased

silence

that Jared had a natural ability to stifle others with his