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, yet you'd

away 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

silent on the other end, which

"Chris."

only call to chew me out?"

a cold snort. "I'm not

not even worth your scolding anymore." Chris'

Running away at the drop of a hat, is this still

"I'm only

say more and just responded,

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

he automatically assumed it was about

"She wants to get rid of the baby, and she had a heated argument with

she's playing with fire."

silence, and moments later Chris hung

moving the phone away from my ear. I realized I hadn't mentioned anything about

standing here?"

him, my mouth moved, but I didn't know what to