Heartstrings on Fire

Chapter 274

Agnes couldn’t take it anymore. She stormed into the office: “Beatrice, what on earth are you doing here?”

It was only when she entered did she notice that Beatrice was holding a check. However, she couldn’t make out the amount on the check

Agnes was taken aback: “What’s that you’re holding? Let me see.”

Beatrice quickly stuffed the check into her bag, a smile spreading across her face: “It’s a little something from Jared. Agnes, you haven’t been home in ages. Did you know Dad’s company is in hot water? We’re all family here, there’s no harm in asking Jared for help unless you don’t consider him family.

“Beatrice, you must think I was born yesterday. Even if Dad’s company is in trouble, you should have come to me, not Jared. What’s going on between you two? What gives you the right to ask him for money?”

That got Beatrice’s blood boiling. But with Jared around, she had to keep her cool and not lose her temper.

your notice. But I wouldn’t be doing this if we weren’t in a tight spot. Jared hasn’t said a word, yet here you

Dad”

making her look like

glance at Agnes, only to find Jared’s eyes fixed

do was owe someorie a favor, even if that

Agnes would demand the money back. She turned to Jared and said: “I won’t bother

Jared held her back: “Hold on. Didn’t you come to see me? Why are you leaving so

you do? Why did you give her money?!

Agnes onto his lap: “Are

what’s going on?”

longer, but seeing how livid she was, he decided not to

dollars, saying your father is in a financial bind. So, I lent it