Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

"Lie down. Let me listen," Keith said as he took the stethoscope from around his neck.

We all watched anxiously. Even Brandon, who usually remained calm under pressure, was visibly tense.

However, this was just a check-up, not a surgery.

I saw once again how much he cherished her. I reached out and held his hand. He turned to look at me, and I gave him a reassuring nod.

Ellie didn't move. She just stared at Keith as if she were frozen in place.

Upon noticing this, Lisa stepped forward and bent down slightly. "Lie down so Mr. Marrow can listen to your heartbeat. It won't hurt."

Ellie had already met Lisa earlier and had taken an immediate liking to her.

It was only then that Ellie blinked and obediently lay down.

I noticed her cheeks had turned red, like the flowers blooming in her little garden. My heart tightened as I looked into her eyes, which sparkled brighter than ever.

against Ellie's chest. He was focused solely

was truly captivating, especially when he

Ellie had definitely fallen

bit fast. Are you feeling unwell?" Keith asked

her lip and shook her head

"Are you feeling

bit flustered," she said while still staring

Breathe evenly and close

shook her head. At that moment, Brandon tightened his grip on my hand as - was

Ellie and said, "Aside from a slightly fast heartbeat, there's nothing major to worry about." After speaking, he exchanged a

what they were discussing, but I didn't want to leave Ellie alone, so

her hands against her chest as if trying

flushed face and the dazed look in her eyes as she stared at the

for that professor just now," Ellie confessed, confirming the

Alas!