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.”

his fingers lightly rubbing the rim of his

sister is stubborn, I’ve spoiled her since she was young. The more she can’t have something, the mare she

know,” Jared replied.

small smirk, “Anyway, congratulations on

helplessness crossed Jared’s face as he thought of someone. Nevertheless, he

mad at you?” Ivan asked, changing the subject. “What kind of girl is she that she’s got you

“She’s not just mad at me. She’s run away. I have no idea where she

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

with a sigh and walked towards the

a bath, Agnes couldn’t sleep. Jared’s face was all she could think of. Was he back at Maplewood

the large room, so she decided to go out onto the balcony for some

had wall of floor–to–ceiling windows. Agnes pulled back

had a Central European style, similar to what

A large lake looked like a huge mirror in the moonlight. Trees were trimmed into a maze, and the flower field was filled with English roses. It looked like