Heartstrings On Fire

Chapter 76

Ivan happened to be holding a glass of wine to his lips. Thank God he hadn’t taken a sip, or he might have choked

“Can’t believe you’re asking such a childish question, Jared,” Ivan said. “When did you start dating? How come I didn’t know about it? Is your girlfriend some 20–year–old chick?”

Jared responded calmly, Tm actually married.”

Ivan’s hand, which had been gently swaying his glass, froze. His tone turned serious, “Really?”

Jared didn’t answer, and just downed the rest of his wine.

1 don’t mind you dating,” Ivan began “Gaining experience in love is just like work, it’s not a bad thing. But marriage isn’t a walk in the park. I thought. Mamie would be your bride.”

Jared said, “Mamie and I grew up together, I thought things would naturally fall into place. I proposed to her, but she said no. Then some unexpected things happened, and this girl appeared. My life suddenly became interesting. From the moment we got our marriage certificate, I decided to take it seriously.”

fingers lightly rubbing the rim of

Mamie, I don’t want to interfere,” Ivan began. “You’re both adults, you have your own minds. But my sister is stubborn, I’ve spoiled her since she was young. The more she can’t have something, the mare she wants it. You better sort this out with her sooner

know,” Jared

his glass with a small

of helplessness crossed Jared’s face as he thought of someone. Nevertheless, he leaned over and clinked glasses with

new bride mad at you?” Ivan asked, changing the subject. “What kind of girl is she

a rare sigh, “She’s not just mad at me. She’s run away. I have no idea

I’m curious to meet your wife, she must be

a sigh and walked towards

was all she could think of. Was he back at Maplewood

the large room, so she decided to go out onto the

windows. Agnes pulled back the

Central European style, similar to what Agnes had seen in the movie “Romeo and

were trimmed into a maze, and the flower field was filled with English roses. It looked like Alice had entered a