Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

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Since I couldn't shove Jace off, there wasn't much else I could do. He really was something-so full of himself.

But if he wanted to live in his little fantasy, fine. Let him. The deeper he clung to his delusions, the harder he'd fall. Maybe that was karma catching up with him. Or maybe it was my parents, watching over me, making sure he stayed stuck in the past while I kept moving forward. "Gavin will bring you a phone soon. Get some rest," Jace finally said, releasing me.

He turned and walked away, back straight-just like always.

There was a time I'd watch him walk away and feel a rush of happiness. Now, I felt nothing. Detached. Like he was a stranger.

I headed downstairs, and as soon as I hit the lobby, there was Gavin already waiting for me. "Ms. Kay, Mr. Johnston asked me to get you a new phone, the same brand you prefer, but it's the latest model," he said, handing me a bag.

I didn't even look at it. "I don't need it. Just give me your phone," I replied, not in the mood for any of Jace's so-called generosity.

Gavin froze for a second. "Ms. Kay..."

He

your phone or not? If not, then forget it," I said, already turning

course," Gavin said quickly, handing over

him before dialing Hayden's number. Gavin wisely gave me space,

number you are trying

made my grip tighten around the phone. Hayden's phone was

calling my own phone next, just in case, and

'Something's not right."

him. Hayden wasn't that kind of guy-he wouldn't just shut me out, no matter how upset he was. He'd at least hear me out. 'Then

worry rolled over me, so I called the hotel where we'd been staying. The front desk

And I

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mind was racing, but I forced myself

still nearby, and it was too early to start blowing up anyone else's phone, especially Steve's. He had a big competition today, and by now, he was probably already at the venue. Taking a deep breath, I put the phone away and walked back toward Gavin,