Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

Chapter 198

Chapter 198

"Zack.." I whispered in shock. My voice was trembling

"Maddle," Zack forced a smile as he called out my name.

"Your hair.." I reached out wanting to touch his hair.

He looked puzzled. "What about my hair? Is it messy?"

Tears streamed down my face.

He was even more bewildered upon seeing me cry. "What's wrong? Why are you crying? What has Bree said? Don't believe her. She likes to talk nonsense."

Zack seemed to have no idea that his hair had grayed

I had just seen him a few days ago when his hair was still black. Now though not entirely white, 80 percent of it had grayed, turning him into a wholly different man. He had aged from a robust middle-aged man to an elderly man.

to speak, especially when he didn't seem

stepped forward and hugged him. My tears

cry about. I just

worry about him

and leaned on his shoulder. It felt as if a gigantic

be in better spirits than expected, but I knew he was just putting on a brave face so

his affairs. Don't worry

for anyone. The pain I felt toward Zack made it feel like he was

"He's let us down. I've been reflecting on this, and it's all because we spoiled him

shouldn't blame yourself for that. Chris is an adult with his own thoughts and decisions. He isn't

didn't respond. I

the way he handled naggings

of wife to anger him

a seat. Have some coffee with me." Zack guided me to the coffee table and

his posture seemed slightly hunched. He looked more like a

you a cup of mocha. Eddie gave me some coffee beans, and I thought I'd..." Zack's