Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

It was 5:00 AM.

I got up early and did some yoga to get myself prepared to face the new workday. I wanted to be fully energized.

At 6:00 am, after washing up and changing, I was ready to make breakfast when my phone buzzed with a text message from Brandon.

"Breakfast is on the table. The key is hanging on your door."

After staring at the message for a few minutes, I finally opened the door and indeed found a key. I opened Brandon's door and saw the breakfast he had prepared. Last night, I couldn't bring myself to refuse his dinner offer, and naturally, I couldn't resist the temptation of good food.

But what was the deal with this breakfast?

Was he planning to be my free caretaker?

While it felt nice to be pampered first thing in the morning, I couldn't accept it without feeling uneasy.

texted him back. "Brandon, are you looking for a

a little fee for my efforts,

sure knew how

intention. After pondering for a few seconds, I replied. "Brandon, you're crossing the line.

need to take care of your health during

this. You're only responsible for helping me play this role. Besides that, my life and health are none of your concern. And as for cooking, this

wasn't heartless, but since I couldn't give him what he wanted, I couldn't accept his care and affection. I needed

which was delicious and gave me the energy I needed

for a moment. The HR of the company hadn't called to rescind the job offer, so they might

my good mood, but I still went to the

Crown," Xander greeted me immediately and warmly shook my

I heard my former employer might

don't seem to have any intention of firing

you?" Xander