Heartstrings on Fire novel Chapter 1012

Agnes heard the noise at the door and looked up, startled. Seeing Jared standing there only intensified her surprise.

Jared rushed over, his voice a mix of worry and urgency, "What are you doing?"

Agnes replied quickly, "No time to explain now, we'll talk later."

Jared grabbed her hand, "Come on, we need to get out of here. Someone's coming."

He had just dealt with a couple of thugs and found the room. He knew they'd be pursued soon.

Agnes had just managed to secure the number for the notorious Honey Badger, a task far from simple. The number was well-hidden in a secret spot on the phone. However, Agnes had learned some tricks from Nate and was familiar with the underworld's common deceptions. With a bit of luck and skill, she found the elusive number.

Agnes had initially planned to leave as soon as she had the information. She had already knocked Lanny out cold and informed Jarvis. Jarvis decided to move up the operation, planning to bust the entire drug ring that night. All Agnes needed was the number to spring into action. Delaying was risky; Lanny could destroy the phone or warn their superiors. Now, with the number in hand, Agnes was ready to leave.

In a protective gesture, Jared draped his jacket over Agnes's shoulders as they made their way out. But they were met with a gang of thugs, armed and ready in the hallway. Agnes and Jared exchanged a determined look.

"Can you hold them off for three minutes?" Agnes asked confidently.