Heartstrings On Fire

Chapter 830

Jared knew that Brayden had been on edge lately, like a walking thundercloud, but he couldn’t pin down exactly why.

The moment Kerri’s name was brought up, he’d hang up the phone.

After Jared ended the call, Agnes suggested to Kerri, “Why don’t you come over tonight? Brayden’s bringing Sprague along. It’ll be a good chance for you two to hash things out.”

Kerri nodded, determination etched on her face. “I’d do anything to see Sprague. Whatever price I have to pay, even if Brayden wants to give me hell, I don’t care”

Seeing Kerri like this, Agnes felt a pang of sadness

They used to be so happy – a happiness that made Agnes deeply envious. Why did such beautiful love stories always seem to end up so wounded?

In the afternoon, Kerri followed Agnes home. Their houses were close by.

With Kerri’s nerves stretched tight, Agnes suggested she take a nap in the guest room.

Later in the day. Agnes began preparing dinner.

exactly a master chef, she decided on an easy comfort food: a potluck–style dinner.

for a family gathering – and, to Agnes, nothing beat the communal

got back

kitchen, he wrapped his arms around her waist from behind and planted a kiss on her

“Thought we’d have a potluck tonight. I’ve

to Jared. He took a

been tending to

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had been trying her hand at making soups, sometimes bringing them to his office

to exaggerated amazement. “What is this, ambrosia? Babe, did you use magic

“I feel rejuvenated! How about we test this

him playfully in the chest. “Can you ever be serious?”

his waist, grinned. “Leave the rest to me. Go check if the kiddo’s up.”

on the cheek. “Chef Jared to the

that, she left the kitchen.

standing at the doorway, looking