Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

Chapter 38

That night, I slept deeply and soundly. Suddenly, I was awakened by noises outside. It wasn't Brandon talking, but a woman with a local accent.

Judging by the voice, it wasn't a young lady. Young ladies' voices were soft and clear. A woman's voice was usually heavier and rougher.

I had a knack for recognizing people by their voices. Yet, I failed to realize that the man I loved for ten years turned out to be a jerk.

People said you forget someone when you stop thinking about them

constantly. But it seemed I haven't reached that point. I still involuntarily think about Chris, even if it wasn't out of love but resentment. 1 found myself thinking of him often.

I didn't get out of bed but listened intently to the conversation outside.

"Mrs. Rhodes, where's Brandon?" the woman asked.

"He left early this morning," Kelly, replied. Her voice was accompanied by the sound of running water.

thought he hadn't gotten up yet."

up or not? He's not

wouldn't be able to handle such directness. But the woman outside didn't seem fazed

myself. This woman

that he tossed you out

What do you

be ashamed and know that people need dignity." Kelly's words made me silently applaud

care of you quite a bit. You don't have to help, but don't mock me." Hammy

it's only because you wanted. to see more

Kelly's sharp tongue was truly

of that. I heard you took in a pretty lady. Is that true?" Hammy. shifted the

to the skies, making me instinctively touch my own face. My skin was indeed smooth and soft. "Is

for me. She was probably worried that I'd steal her beloved Brandon from

painted toenails into my slippers. I then stood up in my white silk nightgown. The thin straps looked like they