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.

found himself holding

heart felt like it had stopped.

incredibly

a bad feeling.

that Agnes

stop her

his face devoid of

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

saying all this, Agnes felt

been bothering her, like

needed an exit.

the unknown

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

once the decision was made, there could

reiterated seriously, “Friend or stranger, the choice is yours.”

to look into Jared’s

sense that he was not

awkward silence ensued.

Jared had a natural ability to stifle