Heartstrings on Fire

Chapter 572

Agnes had thought that there was a slim chance Jared might show up.

She told herself, even if Jared did appear, she could handle it cool and collected. But, when she saw that icy figure, her heart squeezed, and breathing became difficult. Especially when she saw that tall and beautiful woman–Valeria–standing next to him.

They were talking, but when Jared looked up, his body stiffened. He had seen Agnes. It felt like the air had turned to ice. Jared’s gaze was like a sharp sword, cutting through the ice. Facing him, Agnes felt tense.

But Jared’s eyes were calm, as still as water, looking at Agnes, without a hint of emotion..

have to

going to do, but just the thought of it was exhausting, she didn’t want to have to

warmth on her shoulder. A men’s trench coat was draped over her. She turned her head and saw Ryder. “I couldn’t find your coat, so

stopped in his tracks and Ryder looked towards the staircase. Their

was the first to speak,

“When did you get back?” Ryder answered casually, “Yesterday.” And

saw disbelief and suspicion in his eyes. Jared, the sharp–minded man, had definitely figured

came upstairs and seemed surprised to see Agnes. “Ms. Agnes, I didn’t expect to see you here.” Agnes smiled, “Ms. Thomas, it’s been a while.” Valeria suddenly realized something, “They said Ryder came back today to bring his girlfriend

her