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.”

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 got our marriage certificate, I decided to

lightly rubbing the rim of his glass, seemingly lost

I don’t want to interfere,” Ivan began. “You’re both adults, you have your own minds. But my sister is stubborn, I’ve spoiled her since she was young. The more she can’t have something, the mare she wants it. You better sort this out with her sooner

Jared replied.

his glass with a small

someone. Nevertheless, he leaned over and clinked glasses with Ivan,

you?” Ivan asked, changing the subject. “What kind

mad at me. She’s run away. I have no idea where she

women would dare to make you suffer. Now I’m curious to

sigh and walked

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

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