Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

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Even though Yuna's surgery was a success, her recovery still came with risks, so she needed round-the-clock care. Hayden hired a caregiver, but only for the daytime. At night, he stayed by her side.

So lately, I hadn't spent much time with Hayden-after all, we both had work during the day.

To my surprise, Hayden said, "I'll go."

"But what about Yuna-" I started, but he cut me off.

171 take care of it," he said in that reassuring way.

"I haven't spent enough time with you lately," he murmured, pressing his forehead against mine. His words made my heart ache a little.

Wasn't that the truth?

He'd been with Yuna every night, and of course, that meant there wasn't much time for us.

I couldn't really be jealous of that-but still, I felt a little neglected.

The game Steve invited us to was in Ferndale, a few hours away, so Hayden and I flew out. When we landed, we were surprised to see someone holding a sign with my name. Hayden and I exchanged a look, but the driver quickly explained Steve had arranged it. I hadn't expected Steve to be this thoughtful.

I came, or I would've missed out on

were Steve's fans. It was the first time I realized just how

stadium yet, but the energy from his fans was contagious, and I started

thought of him as

and that was

Steve that well, I pointed out the banners and posters of him all over the city, sharing stories about his crazy skills-whether it was snooker, billiards, or anything involving a cue. I even mentioned the time I managed to beat him. When the car finally pulled

ore excited.

word," the driver replied, which

introduce you to him tonight," I said, giving Hayden a playful pat on the

I glanced over and

I couldn't just brush it

he got out, grabbed the luggage from the trunk, and headed toward

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hotel.

This wasn't like him at all. Since we'd been together, he'd never acted this

on?" I stepped in front

00

which only frustrated me

his words completely threw

I let

non-stop this whole

Wait-was he jealous?