Heartstrings On Fire

Chapter 31

This was the first time Agnes had seen Jared in casual wear. He was always prim and proper as if he lived in a bubble.

But now, dressed in a casual hoodie with a cartoon pattern, it felt like he was a different person. Just a piece of clothing made him seem a lot more approachable like he wasn’t always on a pedestal.

Seeing Agnes staring at him, Jared asked, “What, isn’t it pretty?”

Agnes quickly replied, “It suits you well. It makes you look a lot younger.”

“You’re saying I looked old before?”

This guy always picking a fight!

“Do you still want to eat the burger?” retorted Agnes.

Before he could reply, Agnes was already off, nimble as a deer, making her way into the bustling food street.

was a riot of lights and sounds, the smell of barbecue wafting in the air, a mix of

Agnes found “Burger Barn” in a quiet nook of the food street.

seat, Jared asked her curiously, “Where’s

ain’t

entrance, “Hey boss, two of your signature

the boss called back amidst the hustle

sigh. “This is the best burger I’ve ever had. Every bite is full of juicy

a

him expectantly, “How

tasted pretty

bright, hopeful eyes, he

a hint of smugness flashing in them. “You fancy folks who are used to high–end food, you’ll find these simple delights delicious occasionally.”

you like it, we can come more often.”

voice was gentle. His casual

heart, as it seemed to

attention, Agnes started a new topic, “Um…could you do me