Heartstrings On Fire

Chapter 184

The whole afternoon, everyone was hustling to move props to the East Hall.

Kerri was puzzled, “Why are we just giving in like this?”

Agnes explained, “Even if we stayed and fought, the outcome would be the same. So why should I bust my hump? The principal is running for the position of Cultural Department Head and needs Cecile’s father’s political backing. He’s definitely gonna back her up.”

Kerri fumed, “I’m not angry about Cecile, it’s what Ryder said. Lately, he’s been acting like he’s under some dark spell, totally different. He used to be man of few words, but he could always see right and wrong clearly. I don’t get why he’d side with Cecile this time.”

Agnes replied. “They’re on the same team, helping Cecile is just par for the course. Now, quit whining and let’s clean this place up.”

By the time they finished cleaning the East Hall, it was already evening. Everyone was dead tired.

Agnes had planned to have dinner with everyone, but then Jared called to say that the old manor was hosting guests that evening and wanted them to come back.

rush back to Maplewood Manor, take a shower, and switch into fresh clothes.

the cat, Agnes asked, “Who’s Grandpa hosting tonight?”

answered, “He served in the military when he was

among his comrades. Tonight’s guest is an old buddy from his military days who’s been living abroad. He couldn’t make it for Grandpa’s birthday, so he’s paying a visit now that he’s back

Agnes nodded.

course, the key point is that he’s bringing his

she heard ‘blind date’ and

“Blind date? For who?”

Agnes’ sudden tension amusing, “Who else? Ryder, of course. Who did you think

a moment for Agnes to process.

a blind date banquet for Jared, Agnes

age as me? He’s only 20 and they’re already setting him up on

this isn’t really a blind date. Grandpa just wants them to meet and

huffed, “He doesn’t see me as an aunt at all. We’re always at each

earlier today made Agnes seethe with anger.