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

just pay me a little fee for

knew how to

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

of your health during this period. Otherwise, as your pretend

my life and health are none of your concern. And as for cooking, this is the last time.

what he wanted, I couldn't accept his care and affection. I needed to make it clear that there was no need for him to invest so much effort

and gave me the energy I needed

my way to the office, I pondered for a moment. The HR of the company hadn't called

thought dampened my good mood, but I still went

greeted me immediately and warmly

didn't suggest he intended to fire me, so I decided to be direct. "Mr. Roulder, I heard my former employer might have interfered with my employment here. Is that true?" Xander smiled without

you don't seem to have

you?" Xander asked in