Heartstrings on Fire (Agnes and Jared) novel Chapter 748

Agnes couldn't help but find the whole situation both frustrating and hilarious.

Was Jared being serious? In this setting, in this moment, was he really proposing?

"Jared," Agnes started, "this isn't how you propose. You don't have a ring, there's no music, you're not down on one knee like in the movies. I can't accept this proposal."

"Wait a moment," Jared responded, then he swung the car door open and stepped out.

Agnes had no idea what he was planning.

Soon enough, Jared returned, holding a ring made from an unknown type of wildflower. He adjusted the car seat, switching on the radio.

Down on one knee, he said, "Ms. Pritchard, I now have a ring, I've got the music, and I'm down on one knee just like in the movies. Will you marry me now?"

Agnes was so amused she laughed. Jared had made a ring out of wildflowers and grass, and it was actually quite beautiful.

"I never knew you had such a skill," Agnes commented.

"Be serious, Ms. Pritchard, I'm proposing to you."

Serious? The music playing in the car was a sad breakup song.

Jared was anxious, blaming his friend Leo for the inappropriate song choice.

Turning off the music, Jared said, "I've locked the car doors. Neither of us is leaving until you agree to marry me."

"Mom, just say yes." Their son, Nocturne, couldn't stand it any longer. "You have a child together, what are you going to do?"

Jared gave Nocturne a thumbs-up.

Agnes was surprised, "Why are you still awake?"

Yawning, Nocturne said, "I was about to fall asleep, but then the sudden stop woke me up."

Smiling, Jared reassured, "Don't worry. This is just a rehearsal. In the future, I will give you an unforgettable proposal and a grand wedding."

Hearing this, Agnes was apprehensive, "Enough, Jared. No more fuss. I've agreed to be with you. We don't need a proposal or a wedding. Let's keep a low profile. I don't want the media disturbing our peace.."

Jared raised an eyebrow, "That won't do. I need to make things official. Otherwise, others will still covet you."

Eventually, after much coaxing, Jared agreed to keep their relationship private for now.

Agnes knew that Jared preferred to keep his personal life low-profile and didn't enjoy public attention. He was just too insecure.

Agnes took Jared's hand, looking at him earnestly, "I've decided. I'm going to quit my job in Manhattan. Let's live together, start over."

Jared's body stiffened noticeably.

They drove in silence for a while. Just as they were nearing home, Jared finally spoke, "Agnes, thank you."