Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

Chapter 214

Lisa was always clear-headed, but she could be a coward,

Sometimes she would jump to conclusions without even trying.

In this instance, we were different, but everybody had their own way of dealing with things. There was a saying that went, you can't live someone else's life for them. No matter how close we were, this was no exception.

I spent the night at Lisa's place before heading back. I didn't meet Brandon at all. The neighbor downstairs asked if I had gone on a trip with my boyfriend since she hadn't seen us for a few days. That was when I realized Brandon hadn't been home at all.

Even though Kara mentioned Brandon was busy, I knew the real reason he chose to stay here was because of me. When I was around, he would come back every day. When I wasn't, he didn't even bother showing up.

Since he wasn't coming here, I decided to go see him instead.

When I arrived at the amusement park, Kara spotted me and immediately ran over. She gave me a big hug without saying anything and then playfully punched me.

It's been ages since you last came to see

hurt my shoulders. It made it seem like

now, aren't I?" I patted her back, but

being secured by safety ropes and wearing a safety helmet. He was performing checks at the top. However,

Kara with a smile. "What's with the long face? Did Mr.

actually more sensitive than before, Kara said while looking at me. "Maddie, you've changed. You

comment caught me off guard. "Different how? Am I uglier?

feeling the wind, soaking up the sun, or playing in the river, I was

Brandon had already descended and was walking toward us. His

moment, I had the urge to run up and hug him, maybe even steal a kiss. "Mr.

them and send me the footage

tore her gaze

I waved

lunch together." Kara invited