Heartstrings on Fire

Chapter 40

Agnes blinked her eyes open to the sight of a handsome face.

Preston’s company, Starlight International Group, had a star actor named Justin, who, according to his fans, was a man to make women’s hearts flutter.

Agnes had seen him once at last year’s annual meeting and thought he was super hunky

When she saw Justin, she thought he was the most attractive man she’d ever seen.

But now, looking at Jared’s face, she felt he was even more good–looking than Justin. Even the contour of his jawline was perfect

Agnes could feel her heartbeat picking up speed.

At this moment, Jared had opened his eyes.

When their eyes met, Agnes felt nervousness.

But she put on a brave face and smiled, “um, Good morning.”

Jared frowned, “My name isn’t ‘um“.”

corrected herself, “Good morning, Mr.

need to be so formal with each

sounded

wasn’t the first time they’d

shy to

Agnes had an idea, “Then I’ll call you

this was a great idea. It felt very

I have to go to class.”

Jared: “…..”

rush. She

leave, Jared handed her

was surprised, “What’s this

explained, “This is your living expenses. I’ll top it up every month. I’m usually busy. You can use it to buy whatever you like.”

married, she had not used a single penny of his money until now. Except that she was now living in

accept this, wouldn’t it be like you’re really my sugar daddy?” Jared frowned, “People at school are

actually want to tell Jared about this, but it slipped out.

you want me to handle

some boring