Heartstrings on Fire

Chapter 702

Agnes was a naturally beautiful woman, who usually favored a barefaced look over heavy makeup.

But today, with a touch of makeup, she was nothing short of breathtaking.

Dressed in a fiery red evening gown that hugged her perfect curves, she looked entirely different from her usual self.

Her warm attire contrasted sharply with her icy makeup, giving her an air of regal sophistication.

Every glance and blink seemed to emanate the aura of a queen.

Turning around, she asked, “Kearney, is this okay?”

She was a bit anxious, afraid that she wouldn’t fit into this role and would end up dragging Kearney down.

Chuckling, Kearney reassured her, ‘Septima, you look stunning. This dress was initially intended for Phenix, who adores red, but I must say it suits you equally well.”

Feeling slightly embarrassed, Agnes responded, “How can I compare to Phenix? She’s a heartbreaker, with countless men falling over themselves just for a glimpse of her.”

Phenix caused a slight change in Kearney’s expression.

on the table, revealing a

ruby that shone brilliantly, along with

Africa as a wedding gift for Phenix. She was supposed to accompany me to the banquet

him, Agnes quickly said, “This gift is meant for Phenix. I shouldn’t we

Phenix wouldn’t mind either. When you return home, please give this

give it to her yourself,

a smile, “Because it would break

His feelings for

enix were

first time he had expressed them in front of

three months later, and when the announcement was made,

silent as everyone understood Kearney’s

insisted

his words, Agnes felt a pang

attend the wedding of the

one of the cruelest things in the