Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

Over the years living in the Gildon estate, I'd come to understand Zack's character and temperament.

He always kept business and personal matters separate. If Chris made a bad decision or made a mistake, Zack would punish him just the same.

Given the latest reports I'd received, it seemed Chris was still aggressively poaching clients from my current company. He was trying to crush us entirely. I couldn't help but say, "It seems Zack's warning didn't work."

Conrad noticed the concern in my voice. "Is Chris still at it?"

"Yes, he's determined to destroy my company completely," I said in a trembling voice.

I couldn't stay calm anymore.

This affected not just my company but also our clients, and it was a heavy burden to bear.

"He's going too far. I'll talk to my dad about this," Conrad said angrily.

"I'll handle it. I have a birthday gift for Zack anyway. I'll see if he likes it," I said, and Conrad's eyes brightened.

"Great! Are you going today? We

lips together.

Conrad's smile remained,

I said, and Conrad's

of shock and heartbreak

he had feelings for me, and Bree had mentioned it too. It was better to let him face the truth now. I had

"Brandon Howell."

expression darkened further.

joke about my happiness, nor would I

"But I can't believe you've moved on from Chris so

almost wanted to laugh. If he knew this, why did he develop feelings for

me likely started

he stayed

won't waste time on someone or feelings that aren't worth it." After a pause, I added, "Besides, Brandon

feel Conrad's eyes on me, and

again. "Fine. Even if you're over Chris, you've