Heartstrings on Fire

Chapter 31

This was the first time Agnes had seen Jared in casual wear. He was always prim and proper as if he lived in a bubble.

But now, dressed in a casual hoodie with a cartoon pattern, it felt like he was a different person. Just a piece of clothing made him seem a lot more approachable like he wasn’t always on a pedestal.

Seeing Agnes staring at him, Jared asked, “What, isn’t it pretty?”

Agnes quickly replied, “It suits you well. It makes you look a lot younger.”

“You’re saying I looked old before?”

This guy always picking a fight!

“Do you still want to eat the burger?” retorted Agnes.

Before he could reply, Agnes was already off, nimble as a deer, making her way into the bustling food street.

of lights and sounds, the smell of barbecue wafting in

Agnes found “Burger Barn” in a quiet nook of the

seat, Jared asked her curiously,

“What menu? This ain’t that type

hollered towards the entrance, “Hey boss, two of your signature beef burger meals. The big one.”

boss called back amidst the hustle

Agnes, famished, took a big bite, letting out a satisfied sigh. “This is the best burger I’ve ever had.

taking a small bite of his burger.

watched him expectantly, “How is

it tasted pretty

seeing Agnes‘ bright, hopeful eyes, he calmly said, “It’s not

a hint of smugness flashing in them. “You fancy folks who are used to high–end food, you’ll

you like it, we can come

looked up, getting lost in Jared’s deep gaze. His voice was gentle. His casual words

as it seemed to beat