Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

Chapter 166

I wanted to have shaved ice, my favorite treat. Brandon, however, frowned upon seeing my order.

"Not a fan?" I teased.

"Not exactly the healthiest choice," Brandon commented.

I smiled mischievously. "Wow, Brandon. You seem to be quite the expert on women's health. Is this really your first time dating?"

"Yes," Brandon affirmed.

I pouted and shot him a look which said I didn't believe him.

"Well, I do have a sister, so I've picked up a thing or two about women's health." Brandon's words caught me off guard, and my hand paused in its movement.

A sister? This was news to me. Suddenly, a melody popped into my head-how many good sisters do you have?

As if reading my mind, Brandon added, "We share the same parents. We're related by blood."

and took another bite of my

the right opportunity to bring it up," Brandon mumbled as he

Chris. He used to preach about how these icy treats were detrimental to one's

I felt upset. "If you don't like it, no need

okay. It's just a little cold." Brandon looked at me. "Eating something so cold at night might not be the best idea for your

sa

get the message and didn't press the issue

voice, tinged with surprise, sounded behind

around, I saw Derick. A young woman with flawless makeup was holding his

"Hello, Derick," I greeted.

alone?" Derick asked as he hadn't noticed

shouldn't have too much," he said. Derick's eyes widened as they darted back and forth between me and Brandon. He clearly wanted to ask

how Derick was related to Chris, I smiled slyly.

I wrapped my arm around Brandon's. He nodded subtly in Derick's

recognized him. They had met before at the amusement park the last time. Brandon nodded again, but

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