Heartstrings On Fire

Chapter 472
Agnes announced to the press, obviously burning her bridges. Once the media reports, there’s no turning back. Agnes seemed a
bit dazed, finally saying to the journalists, “I’m just afraid I’ll regret it.”
The media went wild with the news of Agnes and Jared’s divorce. Their high–society love story had ended in ruins, leading many
to claim they no longer believed in love. But a lot of women were thrilled, thinking the position of Mrs. Whitfield was finally up for
grabs. Jared, though, hadn’t said a peep, but he did throw his phone when he saw the news. That tidbit had made the rounds
over at the Tim Group.
After holing up at home for two days, Agnes emerged on the third day to visit Century Entertainment. There were a lot of things
she needed to discuss with Ivan. Ivan sighed, “I’m the one who brought you into the entertainment industry, but I know your
heart’s not in it. If you want to leave, I won’t oppose. You’re with Starlight International Group now, I get it.”
Agnes said, “Ivan, I want you to take over Starlight International Group. I’m just a figurehead there, the actual shares all belong
to Century Entertainment. So, Ivan, I’m handing Starlight International Group over to you.”
Ivan was stunned, “I can manage Starlight International Group for you, no problem. But from what you’re saying, are you
leaving?”
Agnes gave a little laugh, answering, “I’m planning to study abroad.”
Ivan was silent for a while, saying, “You want to leave this place that’s brought you so much sorrow, huh? I never expected you
and Jared would end up like this.”
Agnes forced a smile, trying to look relaxed, “It’s my destiny, I don’t have any regrets.”
Do you want to see Jared before you leave? He’s not doing too well lately.”
Agnes lowered her head, “No, we’re no longer connected.”
She managed to suppress the urge to ask what was wrong with Jared.
Ivan sighed deeply, “Then let me treat you to dinner tonight, consider it my farewell to you. If you ever have any problems, you
can always come to me.”
Agnes went and hugged Ivan, “Thank you, Ivan. I’m leaving Starlight International Group in your hands, I feel relieved now.”

“Agnes, just so we’re clear, I’m only managing Starlight International Group for you temporarily. You’ll have to take it back
eventually. Don’t think you can throw this difficult business on me, I’m a shrewd businessman, I don’t do deals that lose money.”
Agnes laughed, answering, “Alright, you can manage it temporarily for me.”
That night, Agnes, Ivan, and Mamie had dinner together. Mamie was angry the whole time. Agnes tried to placate her, but she
remained upset. In the end, Agnes gave up and just chatted with Ivan. Then, Mamie couldn’t help but ask, “Agnes, are you really
leaving? Even if you’ve divorced Jared, you still have friends here, are you really going abroad?”
Ivan chimed in, “Agnes is going abroad to further her studies.”
Mamie shot him a look, “Do you think I’m stupid? She’s running away! If she really leaves for a few years, what will happen to
Jared? They’ll have no chance of getting back together.”
Agnes laughed.
She had just divorced, and Mamie was already hoping she’d remarry Jared.
Agnes said, “There’s no chance of us getting back together. After I leave, we’ll forget each other, and that’s not a bad thing.”
Mamie’s face turned serious, “You’re callous, but I don’t think Jared can survive without you. Look at him now, he’s worn out, he’s
not the Jared I know. He’s living alone at Maplewood Manor, drinking all day. When I went to see him yesterday, I could hardly
recognize him.”