Heartstrings on Fire

Chapter 313

Jared was just staring out the window, not saying a word, as if he hadn’t heard a thing.

Agnes felt a bit awkward, knowing Jared’s snobbish character in public.

So, she covered for Jared, “He doesn’t mean anything by it, he was born that way, Mariela, please don’t mind it.”

Jared shot Agnes a glance.

In a short while, they reached Starfall Village

Today, Starfall Village was buzzing like never before

Even though it’s in the middle of nowhere, its boat race was super famous, drawing crowds from other cities just to catch the action.

The boat race took place on Starfall River, with water so clear you could see your own reflection.

Though the race hadn’t started yet, the banks of Starfall River were already jam-packed with people.

Agnes was a bit bummed, “With all these people, we’re not gonna find a decent spot

chimed in, “I know a place that was not

led them to the riverbank where the race was about to start.

even see the faces

wasn’t buzzing with people was because of a

easy to take a tumble

brave souls around, though

but just watch your step. The riverbank is busted. It’s easy

to the front, hollering with the

Jared, “Jared, look at those guys, they’re ripped, all of them

frowned, “Are they really

a wet blanket. I’m just taking a look, not gonna touch

woman still wanted to

pinched Agnes” face, “No more looking, let’s go home.”

Jared’s hand, pleading for forgiveness, “I’m sorry, I’m just here for the race, okay?”

nearby, watching the two of them interact. They were

had lived a life of privilege since she was little. Every time she visited the countryside, everything felt fresh and exciting, like the chicks and ducks were

toys.

countryside because it

had grown tired of this place, knew

and ducks cute, probably because she