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.

sounds, the smell of barbecue wafting in the air, a mix of

in a quiet nook of the food street.

Jared asked

This ain’t that type

boss, two of your signature beef burger

the boss called back amidst the hustle and bustle.

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

his time, taking a small

“How is it? Good, right?”

Jared, it tasted pretty

he

lit up, a hint of smugness flashing in them. “You fancy folks who are used to high–end food, you’ll find these simple delights delicious occasionally.”

replied, “If you like it, we can come

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

be something wrong with her heart, as it seemed to beat wildly at the