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 himself holding

like it

incredibly nervous.

had a bad feeling.

had a hunch that Agnes

wanted to stop her from speaking.

devoid of

can’t go back to the way things were, and I don’t want to 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,

all this, Agnes felt

bothering her, like a maze that had trapped her.

needed an

of the unknown was causing her panic.

she couldn’t find an exit, she would create one herself, not knowing if

the decision was made,

stranger, the choice is

look into Jared’s

he

silence ensued.

ability to stifle others with his