Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

Chapter 339

Looking at Jewel, who refused to accept the truth, I smirked mockingly. "Chris and I have known each other since we were kids. We've shared everything, from meals to bathroom habits. I even know how many times a day he farts and poops."

I quoted Derick when he was teasing Chris and me last time.

Jewel stumbled slightly, shaking her head. "No, it's not like that."

"If you don't believe me, then try it," I said, my voice laced with menace.

Jewel was speechless, staring at me blankly before turning and staggering out.

I watched her back as she left, thinking about her behavior today. After a few seconds of contemplation, I

still decided to call Chris.

At that moment, I had forgotten that he was playing the disappearing act, not answering anyone's calls.

"Maddie." Chris' voice came from the other end.

When he picked up the phone, his low voice snapped me out of my thoughts. I remembered everyone's concern for him and Zack's current condition and asked,

anymore,

had anything to do with me. But my words cut loose, revealing the bitterness I'd been holding back. I was done with his games and my anger

was silent on the other end, which

"Chris."

only call to chew me out?" he

let out a cold snort. "I'm not that

I'm not even worth your scolding anymore." Chris' dejected

Running away at the drop of a hat, is this still you?" I questioned

only human, and I need a break sometimes

I didn't bother to say more and just responded, "Well, before you run off, make sure your woman

for a moment on the other end, then asked, "What happened

how he automatically assumed it

so I told the truth. "She wants to get rid of the baby, and she had

fire." Chris dropped a

into silence, and moments later Chris

my ear. I realized

are you standing here?"

mouth moved, but