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,

Jared found himself holding his

like it had

incredibly

had a bad feeling.

that Agnes was about to

stop her from speaking.

was rooted in place, his face devoid of any emotion, as

can be regular friends, and co–parents to Nocturne.

Agnes felt a sense

like

needed an

fear of the unknown was causing her panic.

couldn’t find an exit, she would create one herself, not knowing if

was made, there could be

“Friend or stranger, the choice

look into Jared’s eyes.

sense that he was not pleased with

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