Heartstrings On Fire

Chapter 17

Kerri asked in surprise, “You’re moving out? You’re not gonna live in the dorm anymore?”

Agnes replied, “I’ve rented a place off campus, and I’m moving out tonight.”

Stunned, Kerri pressed, “Why the move? Isn’t it great with all four of us bunking in the dorm?”

Jenny cut in abruptly. “Kerri, drop it Agnes is Daddy’s little girl, probably not used to living in such a dump”

Kerri was speechless and taken aback by Jenny’s sarcastic comment. Weren’t they on good terms before? Did they have a fallout?

Ignoring Jenny’s jab, Agnes continued packing her stuff, which wasn’t much. Her new suitcase was far from full.

and hauled her stuff to Maplewood Manor. As they pulled up to the

was

her slip. “Oh, I just heard some celebs live here. If you run into any, snag me

Each mansion was secluded, hidden behind towering trees with private driveways. The residents probably

Agnes offered, “Let me treat you to dinner tonight.

Without you today, I could’ve been a real

didn’t protest, and they went to Hot N Sizzlin‘

Agnes, like why the sudden move, why she broke up with Elton, and what happened between her and Jenny. But those were personal and emotional matters. She felt it was not her place to pry. So, at dinner,

you and Jenny have a fight?” Kerri asked.

Agnes felt a pang in

not talk about that. We might not be

in Agnes‘ eyes, Kerri regretted asking. “Forget it,”

Agnes was feeling pretty low. She agreed, even