Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

Chapter 31

Chapter 31

I hadn't intended to dwell on these thoughts. But Conrad's words seemed to have flipped a switch, and memories started playing in my mind.

"What did he do? Can you tell me?" Conrad probed cautiously in my silence.

If I didn't explain, they'd remain confused. Chris would think I was just being

I unreasonable. Plus, Bree and Zack would still ask after I returned in a few days.

The best way to deal with this was to explain everything now, so I wouldn't have to face it again later.

"He cheated on me with another woman," I said and there was immediate silence on the other end.

I knew Conrad probably didn't believe me, so I added, "It was with his friend's -wife. Even your parents are aware of the rumors."

Conrad remained silent. I chuckled, "You knew from the start, right?"

There were no secrets that stayed hidden forever. Since Chris and I didn't get married, his parents would've investigated. And Chris wouldn't have ignored Zack's inquiries.

you so much. It's impossible. There must be

loved Chris. Now, he

1. me.

men near me. He even protested when Conrad and I got too close. "People change, Conrad..." I said as I heard footsteps outside the door. I looked up and saw a robust figure

Kelly's voice in the courtyard. "Brandon,

be the tenant whose room wanted to switch to. Kelly's

He responded curtly, "No."

insulation of the house

you? It's late. You shouldn't be outside.

safe."

back to reality. "Conrad, tell Bree and Zack that I'm fine. I'm just on vacation and decided to go on a trip. And... even though Chris and I didn't get married, Bree and Zack are still my

smiled too, seeing my reflection in the glass window. "You'll

brother."

care of yourself..." Conrad

when you come back," I said

you wouldn't

was confused.

rest," Conrad said