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.

smell of barbecue wafting in the air, a mix

a beat, Agnes found “Burger Barn” in a quiet

seat, Jared asked her curiously, “Where’s

chuckled, “What menu? This ain’t that type of

the entrance, “Hey boss, two

back amidst the hustle

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

his time, taking a small bite

him expectantly, “How

Jared, it tasted

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

hint of smugness flashing in them. “You fancy folks who are used to high–end

replied, “If you like it, we can come more often.”

gaze. His voice was gentle. His casual words made her heart

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