Heartstrings On Fire

Chapter 40

Agnes blinked her eyes open to the sight of a handsome face.

Preston’s company, Starlight International Group, had a star actor named Justin, who, according to his fans, was a man to make women’s hearts flutter.

Agnes had seen him once at last year’s annual meeting and thought he was super hunky

When she saw Justin, she thought he was the most attractive man she’d ever seen.

But now, looking at Jared’s face, she felt he was even more good–looking than Justin. Even the contour of his jawline was perfect

Agnes could feel her heartbeat picking up speed.

At this moment, Jared had opened his eyes.

When their eyes met, Agnes felt nervousness.

But she put on a brave face and smiled, “um, Good morning.”

Jared frowned, “My name isn’t ‘um“.”

herself, “Good morning,

to be so formal

her Agnes. It sounded very natural in comparison.

first time they’d had this talk.

was just too shy to

had an idea, “Then I’ll call you Jared.”

thought this was a great

had gotten up, “Jared, I have to

Jared: “…..”

rush. She

preparing to leave, Jared

surprised, “What’s this

month. I’m usually

not used a single penny of

People at school are saying you’re my sugar daddy. If I accept this, wouldn’t it be like you’re really my

to tell Jared about this,

asked, “Do you want

said, “Forget it. It’s just some boring gossip. It’ll die down in a few days.”

it

Agnes said, “I really don’t need money or the card. I have