Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

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.

finish, a voice calling out to him cut

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

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

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

away. But as soon as I got into my car, my phone buzzed twice. Someone had

Jewel. "Madeline, since you and Chris are no longer together,

why don't you tie him to you? Who do you think you are

message, I deleted her number. Then, I

was Xander. They were probably still having too much fun at the welcome party

I didn't call Brandon. However, before

my words. After all, it was his first day at work, but he was already skipping

I might be 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

on my way home. You go ahead with your work, but when you're done, come to

Although it was good news,

understand," Brandon replied. I was about to hang up when he added, "I won't keep