Heartstrings on Fire

Chapter 25

Agnes froze, thinking she must have been dreaming.

Jared spotted Agnes and he was taken aback too.

In surprise, Agnes questioned, “What are you doing here?”

Jared composed himself, strolled in leisurely and closed the door. He nonchalantly responded, “This is my room.”

Only then did Agnes realize, Ryder had brought her to Jared’s room for cover.

Seeing Jared approach, Agnes felt a sudden surge of nervousness.

He took off his coat, revealing a crisp white shirt that made him look incredibly handsome.

asked, “What brings you

Agnes felt a wave of unexplained anger.

of Willowbrook Town are here for you to pick and choose. Quite a showstopping event.” She huffed

of Jared’s mouth as he lightly pinched

“I am not

you who doesn’t want to make our relationship public. How about this, come downstairs with me now and I’ll formally introduce you to my father and sister. Your father is

Agnes‘ hand

in her tracks, “No, I’m not ready yet. And this isn’t

just climbed over the wall, wrestled with a golden retriever in the garden and was covered

an innocent expression, “See, I’ve been waiting for you to be ready, always accommodating you. You

think?”

was off, but she asked as Jared suggested, “How should I compensate you?”

seen each other in three days. Have you missed me?” Agnes was

worried Ryder would show up.