Heartstrings on Fire

Chapter 76

Ivan happened to be holding a glass of wine to his lips. Thank God he hadn’t taken a sip, or he might have choked

“Can’t believe you’re asking such a childish question, Jared,” Ivan said. “When did you start dating? How come I didn’t know about it? Is your girlfriend some 20–year–old chick?”

Jared responded calmly, Tm actually married.”

Ivan’s hand, which had been gently swaying his glass, froze. His tone turned serious, “Really?”

Jared didn’t answer, and just downed the rest of his wine.

1 don’t mind you dating,” Ivan began “Gaining experience in love is just like work, it’s not a bad thing. But marriage isn’t a walk in the park. I thought. Mamie would be your bride.”

things would naturally fall into place. I proposed to her, but she said no. Then some unexpected things happened, and this girl appeared. My life suddenly became interesting. From the moment we

lightly rubbing

her since she

know,” Jared replied.

raised his glass with a small smirk,

face as he thought of someone. Nevertheless, he leaned over and clinked glasses with

new bride mad at you?” Ivan asked, changing the subject. “What kind of girl is she that she’s got you so

me. She’s run away. I have no idea where she is.”

many women would dare to make you suffer. Now I’m curious to meet your wife, she must be quite a

got up with a sigh and

face was all she could think of. Was he back at Maplewood Manor? Was he still with Mamie?

about it, the more annoyed she became. She felt suffocated in the large room, so she decided to go out onto the balcony for some