Chapter 279

Chris' words were once comforting, but now, they felt nothing more like Irony.

"I know," I replied, pausing briefly before adding. "I'm not a child anymore."

Chris understood the underlying meaning of my words and gave me a bitter smile. “I guess I just worry

too much."

I stayed silent, so he added, "Be careful when you walk Don't get distracted."

I nodded, but the image of the dream I had last night of him covered in blood suddenly flashed through my mind.

Seeing him here now made my chest tight, so I instinctively asked, "What are you doing here?”

His lips moved, but he didn't answer.

but before I could finish, a voice

that moment, I realized why he was at the hospital. It wasn't because he was unwell, but because he was

they were there. It was probably for a prenatal checkup. Here I was, foolishly worrying about him because of

Jewel's call. So, 1 smirked sarcastically. "Mr. Gildon,

as soon as I got into

and saw a text from Jewel. "Madeline, since you and Chris are no

message made my anger flare up. I immediately replied, "If you're so worried, why don't you tie him to you? Who do you think you are to tell me what

the message, I deleted her

drove back to the office. But Brandon wasn't there, nor was Xander. They were probably

urgent, so I didn't call Brandon. However, before work ended, Brandon called

edge in my words. After all, it was his first day at work, but

back late, maybe around seven. You should head home first. If you're hungry, grab something light. I'll cook for you when I get back," Brandon said, always mindful So, it turned out that he was busy with work and not doing what I

You go ahead with your work, but when you're

news,

replied. I was about to hang up when he added,

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