Heartstrings on Fire novel Chapter 17

Kerri asked in surprise, "You're moving out? You're not gonna live in the dorm anymore?"

Agnes replied, "I've rented a place off campus, and I’m moving out tonight."

Stunned, Kerri pressed, "Why the move? Isn't it great with all four of us bunking in the dorm?"

Jenny cut in abruptly, "Kerri, drop it. Agnes is Daddy's little girl, probably not used to living in such a dump."

Kerri was speechless and taken aback by Jenny's sarcastic comment. Weren't they on good terms before? Did they have a fallout?

Ignoring Jenny's jab, Agnes continued packing her stuff, which wasn't much. Her new suitcase was far from full.

Kerri helped Agnes with the move. They rented a car and hauled her stuff to Maplewood Manor. As they pulled up to the community, Kerri was taken aback, "You're living here too?"

"Too?" Agnes was puzzled.

Kerri quickly covered up her slip, "Oh, I just heard some celebs live here. If you run into any, snag me an autograph."

The odds of running into a celeb were slim. Each mansion was secluded, hidden behind towering trees with private driveways. The residents probably didn't even know who their neighbors were.

By the time they finished moving, it was already dark. Agnes offered, "Let me treat you to dinner tonight. Let’s go to Hot N Sizzlin’."

Kerri quickly retorted, "No, I should be treating you. Without you today, I could've been a real hot mess."