Heartstrings on Fire

Chapter 734

Jared was momentarily taken aback by Agnes‘ words. There was some light flickering in his eyes when looking at Agnes, but finally, his gaze turned determined. He lowered his gaze, his focus still on Nocturne.

“I’d rather not, Jared began, “I don’t need a little sweetheart anymore. Having you as my only sweetheart is enough.”

This response wasn’t typical of Jared, leaving Agnes slightly surprised. She thought Jared would be thrilled.

Jared continued, “Agnes, I know giving birth is a tough ordeal. When I think about you alone in a foreign place, risking your life to bring a child into the world, my heart clenches. I can’t bear to imagine the scene, and I don’t want you to go through that again.”

Agnes found herself moved by Jared’s words. That night four years ago was indeed a close call. If Kearney hadn’t arrived in time to rush her to the hospital, she couldn’t imagine what might have happened. She’d always felt like she owed Kearney her life.

determined to cure him. He’s exceptionally talented, but

a shame.”

Nocturne’s illness was a constant worry for her. She yearned for Nocturne to live like any other child,

reassured, ‘Nocturne will get better. He

pulled up to Maplewood

visits had been secretive and ended in arguments with Jared when he found

there

belonged to both of them, and she had not yet had a chance to properly visit.

Manor was unchanged, its decor identical to what it was

the foyer, Agnes could almost see her past self, always leaving

corner of the house. The fridge was

habit he developed during their time living together because she would often crave a late–night spack, like scrambled eggs.

visits to Maplewood Manor, he’d always stop