Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

Chapter 277

"No. Nothing in particular. I just wanted to have dinner with you," Keith said directly.

Lisa seemed taken aback and didn't respond immediately. Just when I thought this silly woman would say something coy and reject him, she simply replied, "Sure." Yes! My best friend was not as clueless as I thought. She didn't push away the handsome man who came her way.

I silently gave Lisa a thumbs up and even started to imagine what kind of wonderful night she might have with her longtime crush. But then, Emily suddenly chimed in. "It's been a long time since the three of us got together after graduation. We should really catch up."

Huh? Now that was the most proactive light bulb I had ever seen. As someone who had been in a similar situation, I knew exactly what Emily was doing- she was trying to prevent Keith and Lisa from being alone together.

Lisa, who rarely showed such courage, had finally stepped up, only for Emily to jump in. I wasn't about to let this slide, but before I could say anything. Lisa spoke up. "Emily, I have some other things to discuss with Keith.

1 was stunned. Lisa was really holding her ground, not letting anyone steal this opportunity away from her.

Emily didn't falter.

you need to discuss the surgery for your friend's family. You might not be aware, but I'm also involved in this surgery and will be joining Keith

mouth, but before she could

have been a more

shoved her hands into her coat's pockets

Keith. "We should head over now.

me, but as he left, his gaze lingered on

he looked at Lisa wasn't ordinary. I was already screaming internally on Li After Keith and Emily left, I hugged Lisa and whispered in her ear, "Your crush just extended an olive branch-you

Lisa responded shyly, still

rejected Emily for you, and you're still unsure?" I

slightly. "Actually, I just want to find someone who can love

avoid socializing and competing with