Heartstrings on Fire

Chapter 759

Everyone was quite taken aback by this juicy piece of gossip.

“Does Director Bowman still have a thing for Mr. Whitfield, or why else would she be primping herself up in there?”

“Nah, she’s already married, plus the head of this company is her father–in–law. I bet she just can’t stand the idea of Mr. Whitfield not seeing her at her best. It’s like trying to appear all perfect in front of your ex

“I sure would love to meet Mr Whitfield’s ex–wife. She must have been something to ruffle Director Bowman’s feathers. Heard she was a Pritchard, a rich lady and a big movie star But after she divorced Mr. Whitfield, all the stories about her just seemed to vanish.”

Suddenly, someone turned to Agnes, who was still engrossed in her writing, “Hey Agnes, you’re a Pritchard too. Could Mr. Whitfield’s ex–wife be some distant relative of yours?”

Agnes had been hearing every word as they discussed the matter. She had been intentionally avoiding the topic, refraining from participating, and quietly focusing on her work. But why on earth did the spotlight suddenly shift to her?

guys. That woman is actually me

you can’t be serious! Everyone knows you studied abroad. If you were Mr. Whitfield’s ex–wife, then I might as well be Mr. Whitfield’s number

“And I would be the second

quite a character.” They all laughed and gossiped, teasing

in

had done it on purpose. Claiming to be Jared’s ex–wife was the perfect way to

she had given herself a

what she didn’t understand was why Jared had suddenly shown up

that afternoon aroused his suspicions? Agnes sighed

office. Just in time, as

walked over nonchalantly. Upon reaching them,

of Tim Group. They’ve chosen us to produce their promotional video want you to handle this project. So, it’s good for

so poised, replied, “Dad, Mr. Whitfield and I are old

turned to Jared, “Isn’t

his eyes sharp as if he was