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.

moment, Jared found

heart felt like it

incredibly nervous.

a bad feeling.

that Agnes

stop her

face devoid of any emotion, as if waiting for her

be regular friends, and co–parents to Nocturne.

saying all this, Agnes felt a

been bothering her, like

needed an

unknown was causing

an exit, she would create one herself, not knowing if it led to hell

was made,

reiterated seriously, “Friend or stranger, the

to look into Jared’s eyes.

that he was not pleased with her

silence

that Jared had a natural ability