Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

Chapter 56

Conrad had returned. I was completely taken aback, just like when he had remembered my dad's old phone number

Bree and Zack were equally surprised. They stared at Conrad for a long time without saying a word.

Conrad had been away for four years and hadn't returned even once during that time. His sudden return was both a surprise and a delight for them.

what's the matter? Are you not happy to see me?" Conrad walked over, smiling

as he asked.

Conrad's personality was always warm and comforting. He truly embodied the role of an older brother. During the years I spent at Gildon estate before he left, he made me feel most at home.

However, he was the type to show his care through actions rather than words. It was different from Chris, whose kindness was obvious to everyone.

"Conrad," I called out to him.

Bree and Zack also came to their senses. Bree let go of my hand and walked over to Conrad, lightly hitting him twice. "So you do remember

glanced at me and smiled faintly. "I

up in Bree's eyes as Conrad reached out to hug her.

"You haven't come back for so long. Your father and I

you talking about, Mom? I was just too busy abroad," Conrad said, but

my heart skipped a beat. Could it be that he

arrival put an end to the discussion

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everything had been said, Zack seemed to have accepted it. Bree was still struggling. But with Conrad and Zack's persuasion, she'd come around

said he hadn't eaten and wanted to have his parents' cooking again. Bree and Zack immediately went to the kitchen to prepare

I were left alone in the living room. There was an awkward

the silence first. "I

This is my home. I can come here whenever I want," I said. But then I remembered I had another

I left, Bree and Zack wouldn't see my luggage and feel sad or try to hold me back. "I'll help you take your luggage upstairs," said, getting up to

same time. Our hands touched, and