Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

Chapter 73

It seemed like it was time to tell him what I really thought.

"Chris, what you think is a small mistake is something I can't stand. After so many years together, you should know how much I hate sharing," I said as I stepped aside and put even more distance between us. "We don't have to be dramatically in love, but I can never accept my partner flirting with others, not even a little bit. If I'm dating you, then I want all of you." I turned, wanting to see Chris' expression. However, I accidentally met Brandon's gaze. We were only a few steps away from each other. He seemed to have also heard what I had said.

Our gazes only met for a second before I looked away and back at Chris. His gaze was full of impatience as he said, "Madeline, you should know that sort of thing only exists in fairy tales, not our modern society. Stop trying to live out your dreams."

He was right. Temptation was everywhere nowadays, and everything was faster, like cars, communication, and even relationships.

I smiled mildly. "If that doesn't exist, then I won't start at all. I'm not going to settle.'

Chris was left speechless by my determination. I looked at him and said, "

Chris, I hope this is the last time we're going to talk about such things. Let's go our own ways after splitting up. You should know how to leave the past behind you."

ways. I'd like to see what kind of guy

turned around and

was

child. If he was more mature, he wouldn't be coming back

and Chris

jokes. I took the medicine from her and opened it as I said, "I've never seen a bear with a sore head. Why don't you give me an example of what that looks like?" "Come on, Maddie." Kara nudged me lightly. "Did he come here to ask to get back together with you? Why

me to

medicine from me, opening it swiftly with his large hands. "Ms. Spraggins, my markers have run out of ink. Please go and get me a black and a red marker,"

right back," she said. She didn't

it a quick spray into midair before looking at me. "Open up." "No, it's fine. I can do it myself." I knew what he wanted to

it up high to a point that I couldn't

sighed. I had lost to the man in front

to be able to look into

stunned by his question and fell silent. He said, "I'm just applying medicine for you because I want you to get better soon for the sake of our progress. There's no need to feel ashamed, right,