Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

Chapter 95

"Yes."

I was about to say something when Conrad whispered, "I can't help it. I can't help wanting to be close to you, to be good to you, and... to tease you."

It made sense. If love were something we could control, no one in this universe would fall prey to it.

I didn't know how to respond, but then Brandon let go of me. "Drink plenty of water when you get inside. If you need anything, call me."

He pointed at my bag. "Your room key. I'll open the door for you."

"It's okay." I snapped back to reality and stepped away from him. "I can open the door myself."

I fished out my room key in a rush, swiped it, and went in. I leaned against the door for a good while, unable to clear my mind.

By the time Kara returned, I was already lying in bed. She moved quietly, probably trying not to wake me.

I didn't open my eyes because I didn't want to talk, but I heard Kara mutter softly. "She's sleeping soundly. It doesn't look like I'm needed here."

Hearing this, I clenched my fingers. It seemed like Brandon had asked Kara to look after me.

up getting involved with

dreamt again, and the dream was chaotic. I appeared to

accident.

secretly looked through their case file at the police

etched into

the Gildons, I had frequent dreams of it, and

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checked the time on my phone. It was five in the morning.

felt clear-headed. I had a few missed

Bree called, but I had an uneasy feeling. It was likely

I already made myself clear and she hadn't contacted me recently. Could this be about

first. It was too early to call, so I opened up

you answering your calls? Are

Mr. Howell

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calls or reply to my messages.

bar to

tracked down Mr. Webb's place when she couldn't locate