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,

not a kid anymore,

had no desire to scold him, nor did I think his disappearance or running away had anything to do with me. But my words cut loose, revealing the bitterness I'd been holding back.

silent on the other end, which only fueled my

"Chris."

call to chew me out?"

cold snort.

even worth your scolding anymore." Chris' dejected

the drop of a

"I'm only human, and I need a break

and just responded, "Well, before you run off, make sure your woman

silent for a moment on the other end,

ironic how he automatically assumed it

the truth. "She wants to get

with fire." Chris

into silence, and moments later

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

you standing

at him, my mouth moved, but