Heartstrings on Fire

Chapter 709

Jared snorted, “What, afraid I’ll catch wind of your affair, Agnes? You’re supposed to be Ryder’s fiancée, aren’t you? How did you become Mr. Kearney’s sweetheart?” Jared had arrived with the full intention of having a calm, rational conversation with Agnes.

After all, he knew things might not be as they seemed.

Just like with him and Valeria, there were extenuating circumstances.

Perhaps Agnes was merely Kearney’s date for the evening.

But every time he stood before Agnes, seeing her look of disdain and coldness, Jared couldn’t help but prod her.

As expected, Agnes‘ expression shifted.

Agnes replied, “Mr. Whitfield, I don’t think you’re in a position to question me.

Jared’s face soured,

“1

Jared. You asked me to think about something a few days ago, and I’ve made my decision.” Agnes turned to look

moment, Jared found himself holding his

felt like it had stopped.

was incredibly nervous.

had a bad feeling.

that Agnes was about to reject

stop her from speaking.

devoid of any emotion, as if waiting

the way things were, and I don’t want to We can be regular friends, and co–parents to Nocturne. Nocturne and I will live in Manhattan, but I won’t stop you from

felt a sense of relief.

her, like a maze that had trapped her.

needed

of the unknown was causing

exit, she would create one herself, not knowing if

the decision was made,

or stranger,

didn’t dare to look

he was not pleased with her answer.