Heartstrings on Fire novel Chapter 1247

Agnes held her mug of chamomile tea, feeling the warmth slowly seep away until it was just a cool reminder of how long she'd been lost in thought.

It was one of those quiet nights, where everything seemed to slow down, giving her mind the freedom to wander through the past like an old film reel spinning stories long gone.

Her thoughts drifted back to a summer camp years ago, organized by her school club to the serene St. Mary's Chapel nestled atop Mystic Peak. The trip was meant to be a breather before the pressures of their final exams kicked in, and some of the more superstitious students hoped a little divine intervention might boost their scores.

Agnes wasn't even from the same school as Elton, but he somehow managed to snag a spot on the trip, insisting on keeping her company. They spent an entire day hiking to the top, surrounded by the chatter and laughter of hopeful teenagers.

When they finally reached the chapel, everyone got caught up in the spirit of things, leaving little prayers and drawing lots, hoping for a glimpse into their futures. Most were asking about exams and college prospects, typical concerns for kids on the brink of adulthood.

But when it was Elton's turn, he grinned and declared, "I want to ask about love."

His words sent a ripple of laughter through their group. Everyone knew about Agnes and Elton; their budding romance was the worst-kept secret around. At that age, anything even remotely romantic was met with teasing and giggles, but Elton was different. He embraced it all, proudly calling Agnes his sweetheart without hesitation, much to her initial embarrassment.

Despite the extra attention from teachers concerned about her grades, Agnes managed to keep her head above water academically, and eventually, the fuss died down.

Back at the chapel, the priest raised an eyebrow at Elton's boldness. "Asking about love, are you?" he chuckled.