Heartstrings on Fire

Chapter 180

The only person who could outshine the performing arts department in terms of popularity was Ryder from the medical school.

But the moment his name was mentioned, Agnes immediately vetoed him.

The reason Agnes did not want to participate in the competition was because she did not want to share the stage with Ryder

So why was she inviting him to join now?

Kerri said, “Agnes, Ryder is your only shot at winning He’s the top dog in the male lead popularity vote. If you don’t go for him, Cecile will. You better make a move now! With your relationship with Jared, you should have no problem convincing him to take your side.”

What Agnes didn’t tell Kerri was that Ryder was currently pissed at her.

Agnes was torn

Cecile already had a huge advantage. Without Ryder, Agnes wouldn’t stand

didn’t fancy being humiliated by Cecile in public.

and Ryder were practically family. He should lend a hand if his aunt was in trouble, right?

after parting ways with Kerri, Agnes

expect to be one step

was in

was quiet, but Cecile was

you? You’re the top pick in the popularity vote, the rightful male lead. I know you’re swamped, but you’re a bright spark. You won’t need much rehearsal time. This is about bringing honor

don’t join now, the school will still force you to participate later on, because you’ve already been picked as the male lead.” Ryder, engrossed in his experiment, was bothered by Cecile’s interruptions: Finally, he snapped, “I have no interest in performing in a play. I’ll go talk to Andrea

“Ryder, are you refusing to join my team because you’re waiting for

of Agnes, Ryder’s body stiffened slightly.

Agnes standing in

to the door, Cecile didn’t realize

continued loudly, “Ryder, I’m not a fool. I know you fancy Agnes, but you should know that the two of you can never be together. She is now