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.

briefly and then took my hand. "Let's

Ellie alone?" I still had concerns despite having spoken to

me. "She's been independent for years

had

Brandon's confidence, I

quiet. I assumed he was still worried about Ellie's surgery, so I

silent.

of the car and went up to our apartment, he was

which was still tightly clasped

tone was a rare display

all serious. "Mr. Howell, we're

His Adam's

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 we have a

actually took my jokes

be quite petty.

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

behavior in front of Ellie,

it's inappropriate before marriage and that a girl should protect herself." I traced circles on his