Heartstrings on Fire novel Chapter 1168

Agnes even doubted if Phenix had fallen under their spell too. She was torn with uncertainty. But it was a gamble she had to take. Heading downstairs, it wasn't long before she spotted Bain. To her surprise, Bain seemed taken aback at her presence.

"Miss Septima, I thought you had already left?"

Clearly, Bain was out of the loop. A flicker of hope sparked in Agnes. She rushed over, "Bain, can you get a message to my godfather? Tell him Kearney is a traitor. That's all you need to say."

"Mr. Kearney, a traitor? What do you mean, Miss Septima? Are you feeling alright? You're not making any sense."

Agnes pressed, "Bain, there's no time to explain. Just do as I say, please."

"I'm sorry, Miss Septima, but we have a communication blackout on the island. We can't contact the outside world. Is the master in danger?"

"Bain, listen, I need to get off this island. Is there a yacht or something I can use?"

Bain seemed just as anxious, "We have one, but it was out of commission. Just got repaired a few days ago. Do you need to leave, Miss Septima?"

A wave of relief washed over Agnes. There was a chance to escape.

"I'll have the speedboat ready at the dock. Are you planning to leave alone, Miss Septima?"

Agnes hesitated for a moment before replying, "No, I have a friend. I plan to leave with him."

"Alright, I'll make the arrangements. You go find your friend, Miss Septima."

They parted ways, but Bain had called a couple of people to assist Agnes. Her heart sank bit by bit. It was a test. But how did Bain know she needed to find someone? When she mentioned another friend on the island, he didn't show any surprise or ask who it was. Yet, Bain had looked so exaggeratedly shocked to see her. Agnes knew the answer now. But it wasn't time to show her hand.

Stepping out of the villa, she was greeted by an endless stretch of sandy beach, flanked by tall trees. She had no clue where Jarvis could be, and frankly, hoped it would stay that way. But as if on cue, Jarvis appeared on the villa's rooftop terrace, just a silhouette vanishing quickly due to the distance. Agnes wasn't sure if he was coming towards her.

Soon enough, Jarvis did show up. The two men behind her remained still until Jarvis made his appearance, then they reached inside their jackets. Agnes yelled out to Jarvis, "Run, Jarvis, just run!"

As soon as she shouted, the two men drew their guns and fired in his direction. Jarvis, quick on his feet, dodged their shots, overpowered them, and even managed to disarm them. He sprinted to Agnes's side. But then, from all directions, more men in black swarmed in, as organized as a military unit. Agnes told Jarvis, "You go ahead. Find a place to hide. Don't worry about me."

"We'll leave together."

"No, they won't hurt me. I'll only slow you down. I need to stay. You'll be safe, I'm untouchable for now, but you'll be dead if they catch you. Hide, and find a way off this island. Go to Serenity Hall, look for my godfather, or find Jared."