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.

project leads and

of stature,

knew her limits–both in consumption and behavior

fueled by alcohol, were lessons she didn’t care to

these folks were silver tongued

words, they left her cornered,

were already tipsy, unable to come to her aid even if they wanted

Agnes gaze

she didn’t drink Yet there he was, leisurely enjoying his meal and

sighed inwardly. It was naive to

minimally But after

hit all bets

knew, Agnes was the one initiating toasts,

and witty

Agnes made her rounds,

over to Ryder, wine bottle in hand, and poured him a full

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