Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

Chapter 23

Jewel became livid upon hearing my words.

Honestly, the act she was putting on was terrible. If she wanted to be the third party, she should have done it with confidence, especially since Chris had already given her the house that was supposed to be mine.

She should have been more assertive. But instead, she acted as if she was innocent, even though she was doing something this shameful. It was like she wanted to play both the victim and the villain. "Madeline, Chris won't like you if you act like this."

Jewel actually had the audacity to say that.

I couldn't help but chuckle. I'd be out of my mind if I were still hoping for his affection.

"Keep his affection for yourself," I retorted.

Jewel's eyes instantly filled with tears of grievance, proving that having Gordon! stay was the right decision. Without him, her tears would make any explanation difficult.

"Madeline, what do you mean by that? Aren't you getting married today?" Jewel asked, her eyes gleaming with hope.

Her ambition was evident.

So, I deliberately replied, "Yes, we are. We'll

get married is at 10:58 am. He said that if we were to get married at that time, we'll have a

blow. "After we get married, we'll invite you

like

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of her previous antics, I added, "Chris isn't here to catch you if

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was rendered speechless by my retorts. She merely bit her lip.

evoke protective instincts in

how she

of

overwhelmingly sad after witnessing

hurt me repeatedly, today's incident didn't wound me as much

a misunderstanding. I should at least inform Mr. Gildon and see what he has to say." Gordon held on to

choice would

were you, would you believe