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.

the smell of barbecue wafting

in a quiet nook of the

a seat, Jared asked her curiously, “Where’s the

ain’t

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

boss called back amidst the hustle and bustle.

a satisfied sigh. “This is the best burger I’ve ever had. Every bite is full of juicy beef and veggies. It’s

time, taking a small bite

expectantly, “How is it?

Jared, it tasted pretty

bright, hopeful eyes, he calmly said, “It’s

fancy folks who are used to high–end

replied, “If you like it, we can come

voice was gentle.

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