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 on

work was truly captivating, especially when he was as

Ellie had

bit fast. Are you feeling

shook

patient. "Are you feeling well

she said while still

nervous. Breathe evenly and close your eyes,"

Brandon tightened his grip on my hand

before putting it away. He looked at Ellie and said, "Aside from a slightly fast heartbeat, there's nothing major to worry about." After speaking, he exchanged a look with Brandon and me, then

out and hear what they were

her hands against her chest as if trying to keep her

as she stared at the ceiling, I

just now," Ellie confessed, confirming the suspicion

Alas!