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“.”

“Good morning, Mr. Whitfield.”

to be so formal with each

her Agnes. It sounded very natural in comparison.

wasn’t the first time they’d

was just too shy to call him ‘honey‘.

had an idea, “Then I’ll call you Jared.”

a great idea. It felt

had gotten up, “Jared, I have to go

Jared: “…..”

She didn’t

leave, Jared handed her a bank card.

was surprised, “What’s this

living expenses. I’ll top it up every month. I’m usually busy. You

of his money until now. Except that she was now living

“I’m not short of money. People at school are saying you’re my sugar daddy. If I accept this, wouldn’t it be like you’re really my sugar daddy?” Jared frowned, “People at school are saying I’m

to tell Jared about this, but it

“Do you want me

said, “Forget it. It’s just some boring gossip. It’ll die down in a few days.”