Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

Chapter 122

The awkwardness in the air was palpable, but letting Brandon know the truth

was a relief.

He grabbed his phone from the table and walked out.

Kara immediately exclaimed, "It's over."

But I wasn't fazed. I had never intended to develop anything with Brandon, so I

wasn't bothered whether he was upset or misunderstood.

After all, we were just two people who happened to cross paths. I wasn't planning to get into a relationship either.

But it wasn't that one heartbreak that made me swear off love. I just didn't have

the energy for it right now.

After breakfast, I planned to drop Kara off at work and then head to my interview. I had only sent out my résumé yesterday and was surprised to

receive an interview invitation this morning.

The quick response was unexpected, but it was also good to start work early.

parking lot, I saw Conrad's car. He parked, got out, and opened the

out. They were here to

"Bree," I greeted her.

my hand, and tears

going to scare Maddie like this. Just tell her what's on your mind.

home and talk,

looked at Conrad again, and he explained, "My mom couldn't reach you by phone,

she didn't sleep all night and insisted I

Chapter 122

She knows about

this was the reason for her

restaurant. You probably haven't had breakfast.

eat," I suggested, not wanting to go to

head. "I don't feel like

insisted, and she nodded

take Kara to the amusement park,

take her home

at Bree and then nodded

I took Bree to the restaurant.

breakfast, but she declined.

and ordered

did. It's not your fault.