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.

ages since you

punches really hurt my shoulders. It made it seem like

aren't I?" I patted her back, but my eyes were looking in Brandon's

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

and slowly descended, I turned to Kara with a smile. "What's with the long face?

before, Kara said while looking at me. "Maddie, you've changed. You look

me off guard. "Different how? Am I uglier? Or did I

spent the past few days with Ellie. Whether it was feeling the wind, soaking up the sun, or playing in the river, I was fully enjoying the great nature. "No, you've become more carefree." Kara smiled. "More beautiful and

and was walking toward us. His long legs

up and hug him, maybe even steal a kiss. "Mr. Howell." Kara's

are unstable. Check them and send me the

she reluctantly tore her gaze from me. I wanted some time alone

I waved her

lunch together." Kara invited me again as she clearly