Heartstrings On Fire

Chapter 6

In the Capital, Jared’s name and face were known to all.

He was every woman’s dream in the Capital. The man every society lady wanted to marry, and the person every celebrity and model wanted to get close to. He was the man standing right in front of them.

His face didn’t only grace the pages of finance magazines, but he was also a hot topic in entertainment news. As a journalism major, how could Jenny possibly not know him?

Jared strolled over nonchalantly, coming to stand by Agnes. His voice was low, but oozing charm, “Who are they?”

Jared’s sudden appearance caught Agnes off guard. With a surge of confusion, she answered, “They’re none of your business.”

A rare tenderness flashed across Jared’s face as he took Agnes‘ hand. “I brought you some gifts from Japan. Go see if you like them.”

Jared seemed to be completely ignoring Elton and Jenny.

already thrown his arm around Agnes, ready to

over, grabbing Agnes‘ arm, demanding, “Agnes, what’s your relationship

tracks, as did Jared. Everyone’s eyes landed on Agnes, including Jenny’s.

was also staring at Agnes, apparently

a deep breath clearly stating, “He’s

in disbelief, blurted out, “Agnes,

Jenny’s disbelief, Agnes admitted that she felt a rush

had salvaged a bit of her dignity, preventing her from

to The Olive Tree for Mexican food tonight. We haven’t had

nose affectionately, “Whatever you say, babe.”

he yelled at Jared’s retreating figure, “Do you know what Agnes and I are to each

sex with Jenny, he thought he would still have a chance with Agnes since

stating, “I’m

he left the meeting