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.

you-" I wanted to ask if he was unwell, but before I could finish, a voice calling out to him cut me off. "Chris, hurry up!"

view, so I couldn't see her, but I recognized her voice. At that moment, I realized why he was at the

didn't even need to ask why they were there. It was probably for a prenatal checkup. Here

So, 1 smirked sarcastically. "Mr. Gildon,

But as soon as I got into my car, my phone buzzed twice. Someone had sent me a

from Jewel. "Madeline, since you and Chris are no longer together, I hope you can keep your distance from

you're so worried, why don't you tie him to you?

her number. Then,

nor was Xander. They were probably still having

urgent, so I didn't call Brandon. However, before work ended, Brandon called me to ask where I

replied with a slight edge in my words. After all,

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

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

Ellie's matter. Although it was good news, I hadn't told Ellie about it because I wanted

hang up when he added,