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.

could finish, a voice calling out

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

need to ask why they were there. It was probably for a prenatal checkup. Here I was, foolishly worrying about

So, 1 smirked

I turned and walked away. But as soon as I got into my car, my phone buzzed twice. Someone

and Chris are no longer together, I

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

I deleted her number. Then, I

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

didn't call Brandon. However,

words. After all, it was his first day at

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

my way home. You go ahead

news, I hadn't told Ellie about

to hang up when he added, "I won't keep