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.

left? I thought he hadn't gotten up yet." The woman's

up or not? He's not interested in you,

woman outside didn't seem fazed and even laughed. "Mrs. Rhodes, what do you know?

This woman

is that he tossed you out like a rag doll,"

old. What do you know?"

to be ashamed and know that people need

neighbors. I've taken care of you quite a bit. You don't have to help,

it. "Yes, you've helped me. But it's only because you wanted. to see more of

covers. Kelly's sharp tongue was

took in a pretty lady. Is that true?" Hammy. shifted

the skies, making me instinctively touch my own face. My skin was indeed smooth

seemed that she was here for

stood up in my white silk nightgown. The thin straps looked