Heartstrings on Fire novel Chapter 666

Valeria had had enough. She abruptly stood up. "Say that one more time, Kevin."

"I'll say it again, I'm not afraid of you. Do you think I don't know about your man over there, calling off the engagement on the day it was supposed to happen, and having a child with another woman. He treats you like this and you're still clinging on to him. What's your career success worth? In terms of relationships and family, you're nothing but a complete loser!"

"Kevin, you've got guts, but no matter how much of a failure I am, I'm still your boss. Don't let me catch you slipping up at work." With that, Valeria stormed out of the room.

Jared followed her.

Raleign sighed. "Is it too much to ask for a peaceful meal? All this arguing gives me a headache, and I've lost my appetite."

With that, Raleign also left.

Kevin, still fuming, threw down his fork and stormed out of the restaurant.

Beatrice hadn't even come for dinner in the first place.

So, the once bustling dining room was now eerily quiet, with only Agnes and Ryder left.

Agnes seemed unfazed.

She ladled herself a spoonful of soup. "This is top-grade truffle soup. It would be such a waste to let it go cold. Ryder, have some too."

Ryder remained silent.

When Agnes looked up, she found Ryder's gaze fixed on her face.

Agnes blinked. "Why are you looking at me?"

Ryder spoke up. "Did you have anything to do with what happened?"

"What do you mean?"

"You know what I mean. I'm talking about Laura's affair with my Uncle Berlin."

Agnes finished her bowl of soup before calmly responding. "Why do you suspect me?"