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.

of lights and sounds, the smell of barbecue wafting in the air, a mix of spices creating an intoxicating

found “Burger Barn” in a quiet nook of the

finding a seat, Jared asked her curiously, “Where’s the

“What menu? This ain’t that type

towards the entrance, “Hey boss, two of your signature

the boss called back amidst the hustle and

famished, took a big bite, letting out a satisfied sigh. “This is the best

a small bite of his

“How is it? Good,

it tasted pretty

he

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

replied, “If you like it,

looked up, getting lost in Jared’s deep gaze. His voice was gentle. His casual words made

wrong with her heart, as it seemed to beat wildly at the smallest things.

Agnes started a new topic, “Um…could you do me a favour?”