Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

Chapter 42

This was the first time I had said something so bold. Brandon paused, then responded in a cool and detached manner. "You're overthinking it."

I felt a bit awkward.

He turned around and started cutting the watermelon. He arranged them neatly on a plate as if they were soldiers waiting for inspection. Watching him, I suddenly felt a strong urge to explore his room again. "Why aren't you eating? Just looking at it won't satisfy you," Kelly teased me.

I realized that Kelly was no ordinary person. She could scold with her hands on her hips. But she showed care with warmth and told a risque joke without missing a beat.

was just waiting for you. You've worked hard standing up for me," I replied playfully, handing her the biggest piece of watermelon.

Kelly didn't hesitate and took a bide. "It's sweet. But I can't eat much because of my high blood sugar."

I started eating the watermelon too. But Brandon went back to his room and didn't come out again. When it was time for dinner, he left. I wanted to ask if her wasn't going to eat. But he walked so fast I didn't get the chance.

Kelly snorted beside me. "Brandon is quite aloof. It's only because you caught his eye that he treats you this way."

did help. After a

unusually quiet. It was as if

there.

pairs of eyes at the table. Brandon's eyes met mine for a few seconds before he quickly looked away. I noticed his ears were red again. I looked at my outfit,

my room. But Kelly called out warmly,

Chapter 42

going back inside? Come and

dressed, Brandon had already left.

off by you," Kelly said. She then scooted closer to me and said, " You have some pretty high-level tactics,

I

it clear what she was implying. But I hadn't

Rhodes, having such thoughts at your age isn't good

teased back.

I been too nice to you these past few days,

you're still sharp-eyed and quick-witted. Nothing escapes your keen perception." "So,

of another man who had once massaged them. "Mrs. Rhodes, I'm really not in the mood for romance now. It