Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

Chapter 255

I didn't reach for the orange juice myself. I waited to see how the waiter would handle it. But before the waiter could move, Chris took two glasses of orange juice. He placed one in front of me and held the other.

Then, he said, "Mom, you have high blood sugar. I had them prepare almond milk instead."

Before Bree could respond, Chris set the other glass in front of Jewel. Jewel flashed Chris a delicate smile, but it was filled with a sense of fragility.

The look was genuinely affecting. It was so moving that even I found it hard to bear, let alone Chris. Bree must have noticed, as she refrained from making any more sharp remarks.

As the dishes continued to come out, I noticed that they were all my favorites. Bree served me each dish, making me feel as if I had some issues with my hands and couldn't serve myself.

Chris and Jewel seemed to be completely ignored as if they were mere bystanders. I felt genuinely awkward. If it were me, I would have been overwhelmed and uncomfortable.

Under Bree's constant fussing, I eventually had to call a break and find an excuse to go to the restroom. Unexpectedly, Chris followed me out.

"Madeline, my mom is being unreasonable."

I smiled faintly. "Then you should talk to her."

cold. "My mom is standing up

I

before, everything here is my debt to Jewel. My mom's treatment

you think you're worth my effort

him with disdain. "The moment I gave up on you, you stopped being worth

don't believe that," Chris said, his

I pressed on. "Chris, where does your confidence come from? My love is reserved for those who deserve it.

Chris was left speechless.

the way, Jewel's brother, Yerick, seems to have lost his mind. He's trying to pursue me and even sent flowers to

my mouth, Chris's eyes immediately widened in shock. "When did this

a mocking smile. "Chris, do you

had no

at least you're still decent," I said

me, then I would have been blind to have loved

years.

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