Heartstrings on Fire novel Chapter 1248

Elton was genuinely riled up by what the monk had said.

Everyone around was worried that Elton, who had always been a bit of a golden boy, might just flip the monk's table in a fit of anger.

But instead, Elton said, "I'll try again. I don't buy into this nonsense."

So, Elton started climbing the mountain.

It took at least two hours to get to the Divine Peace Chapel and back.

Even Agnes tried to tell him that this kind of superstition was nothing to take seriously.

But Elton was insistent.

Two hours later, Elton was back with another fortune, but it still wasn't what he wanted. So, he went for yet another climb.

As the evening drew on, the others left and checked into a nearby inn, but Elton kept running back and forth up the mountain. He did it three times in total.

He seemed charged with a manic energy, insisting he had to get a fortune that was a perfect match for him and Agnes.

Agnes couldn't bear it any longer.

When Elton made his third trip up to the Divine Peace Chapel, she begged the monk to give him a good fortune, no matter what.

The monk, seeing Elton’s determination, sighed and agreed. But he did caution Agnes, "Such stubbornness isn't always a good sign."

Finally, Elton returned, carefully handing the fortune stick to the monk.

The monk declared, "This is indeed a great fortune. You've changed your fate through persistence. May you both grow old together."

He then handed them two red strings and said, "These are love strings. Wear them, and they will keep your path together clear of obstacles."

Elton eagerly put his string on, looking at it on his wrist with the delight of a child.

Elton was indeed drenched in sweat, like he'd just climbed out of a swimming pool.

Even though he was fit, six hours of intense climbing would tire out even an athlete.

Raising an eyebrow, Elton replied, "I was just getting a workout, not buying into all that. I control my fate, and you're my girl. I won't even look at anyone else. All that talk about bad luck is nonsense."

Agnes suggested, "In that case, let's take off these red strings. They look a bit silly."

She moved to remove the string from her wrist.

Elton stopped her immediately, "No, keep it on, at least until we get married."

Agnes laughed, "Didn't you just say you didn't believe in this stuff?"

Elton's expression turned serious, a hint of worry in his eyes, "But what if it is true?"