Heartstrings on Fire

Chapter 817

Chapter 817

It wasn’t until later that Agnes had an epiphany Why had Ryder made such a point of introducing her to everyone, and then introducing each one of them to her?

She was just a humble journalist, yet there she was, suddenly thrust into the limelight as if she were the star of the show.

A twinge of discomfort settled in Agnes stomach.

During the dinner, she tried her best to remain silent, focusing solely on navigating her way through the meal.

The others were deep in conversation about business developments and market prospects.

Agnes just let their words wash over her, barely registering But even as she tried to blend into the background, it was as if the others wouldn’t allow her to fade away.

dinner, the project leads and managers started

and women of stature, not given to lowering their

to drink, and she knew her limits–both in consumption

were lessons she didn’t care to

these folks were silver tongued persuading her

words, they left her cornered, with no graceful way to decline.

to come

gaze sought

drink Yet there he was, leisurely enjoying his meal and wine, seemingly

inwardly. It was naive to think Ryder would

other recourse, Agnes sipped minimally But after two glasses, her demeanor shifted.

all bets

was the one initiating

soared, laughter and witty banter filled

time Agnes made her rounds, she was visibly

bottle in

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