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.

I wanted to ask if he was unwell, but before I could finish, a voice calling out to

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

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

at Jewel's call. So, 1 smirked sarcastically. "Mr. Gildon, please go ahead if

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

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

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 to

I deleted her number. Then, I took

But Brandon wasn't there, nor was Xander. They were probably still having too much fun at the welcome party

However, before work ended, Brandon called me

I replied with a slight edge in my words. After all, it was his first day at work, but

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 said, always mindful So, it turned out that he was busy with work and not doing what I had assumed. This made me feel

You go

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

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