Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

Chapter 326

Ouch!

I gasped in surprise.

A strong hand gripped my arm and pulled me away. I looked up to see an unfamiliar face. The moment he saw me, his expression turned panicked. Without a word, he released me and ran off.

Rubbing my sore forehead, I watched his hurried retreat and then glanced back at Lisa's office. It dawned on me that this man must have been eavesdropping at the door and was so engrossed that he didn't no

So, this man... Was he the person with the username "My Heart Longs for Lisa" and the real name "Your Missed Lover"?

Brandon approached me while I was lost in thought. As I was about to walk toward him, I heard Lisa's voice from inside, "Keith, I'm hungry now."

That made me smile.

Lisa was quite skilled at switching between aloof and affectionate. She knew how to handle things.

"What's so funny?" Brandon asked softly.

"Lisa and Mr. Marrow are officially together." I pointed behind me.

glanced briefly and then took my

to leave Ellie alone?" I still had

me. "She's been

had always been self-reliant despite

I relaxed. Then, we headed

quiet. I assumed he was still worried about

silent.

the car and went up to our apartment, he was still holding my hand. I tried to

hand, which was still tightly

door!" Brandon's commanding tone

meaning was clear. I decided to tease him for acting all serious. "Mr. Howell, we're not married yet. Isn't this a

His Adam's

bobbed as he took a step closer, forcing me to retreat until I was pressed against the door. He leaned in, and his nose almost touched mine. "How can

actually took my jokes

was true that men could be quite petty.

so close, I could see the fiery determination in his eyes. It was clear he was set on getting

Ellie, I felt

that a girl should protect herself." I traced circles on his