Heartstrings on Fire novel Chapter 1234

But why, if Elton detests Jenny so much, would he even consider marrying her?

Agnes chimed in, "Marriage isn't something to be taken lightly. You should really think this through. If it's about the kids, I personally believe that an unhappy marriage can do more harm to them than good. And if it's for... other reasons, I don't think you should sacrifice your own happiness for someone else. Jenny might be powerful now, but she can't have everything her way."

There were things Agnes understood but didn't voice aloud.

If Agnes mentioned that part of Elton's reasoning might involve her, it would just make things awkward between them.

Elton seemed somewhat relieved, "Agnes, thanks for still caring about me."

Agnes managed a strained smile.

Elton continued, "This isn't a decision I made overnight. I've been mulling over it for days. Jenny has turned our marriage into an obsession. To achieve it, she's wrecked your life and used the kids as leverage against me. If I refuse, who knows what other crazy things she might do. At this point, letting her have her way seems like a small price to pay for peace. A marriage certificate means nothing to me. If that piece of paper can bring some peace, then it's worth it."

"But it's not just a piece of paper," Agnes argued. "It's your marriage, your happiness for the rest of your life. Are you really okay with settling for someone you don't love?"

An unhappy marriage could be a lifetime of misery.

And Agnes knew Jenny well enough to know that Elton was more than an obsession to her.

She wasn't just after the title of being married.

This was all part of her meticulous planning.

And when Jenny eventually demands genuine affection, something Elton can't give, things will only get more complicated.

Elton tried to lighten the mood, "What happiness is left for me anyway? I had already resigned myself to a solitary life. If I'm headed for hell, might as well have someone to join me."