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.”

unexpected things happened, and this girl appeared. My life suddenly became interesting. From the moment we got our marriage certificate, I decided

rubbing the rim of

stubborn, I’ve spoiled her since she was young. The more she can’t have something, the mare she

know,” Jared

his glass with a small

as he thought of someone. Nevertheless, he

changing the subject. “What kind of girl is

sigh, “She’s not just mad at me. She’s

Now I’m curious to meet your

sigh and walked towards the

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

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