Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

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Chapter 409

Back when I was still with Jace, I'd always tell him to stop being so closed off, to try and be more chill so people wouldn't think he was some kind of untouchable He used to listen, kind of. But now? He was standing there, totally cut off from everyone.

"Ever since you guys broke up, Jace has been like this, Steve grumbled, shaking his head. "Dude walks around like the world owes him something."

I gave him a small smile, dodging the comment. "Steve, I need a favor."

I knew he was swamped with competitions and all, but this wasn't something I could ask anyone else. Steve raised a brow, immediately suspicious. "Let's hear it."

1 bit my lip. "I need help figuring out what really happened with my parents' car accident."

His face immediately darkened as I handed over the accident report, along with my theory. "You're the only one I trust to do this."

"Rea, what's the point?" Steve asked.

I looked down at the floor. "I know it won't bring them back, but I need to know. I need some closure."

he asked, "Are you sure? No

voice firm. "I have to

"Alright," Steve finally agreed.

through me. "I'll cover the cost,

have to hire someone, and nothing

about that now," he

was in full swing. "Steve! Get over here, man! You're the star of the night. And Rea, seriously, you're always with Steve-playing favorites much?" "Hey, Steve's good to me," I joked, but I

full

scolding a bunch of toddlers. "You guys better

"Rea, you should totally join our gang! Just say the word

to "one of the gang"? Not happening. But before

pick up. The whole room went weirdly quiet, and even the guy who had joked about me joining their group muttered awkwardly, "Rea, just kidding. No pressure."

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finally hung up, only for the phone to start ringing again. This time,

had a good guess who

tightened. I couldn't tell if it was because I was here, or if it was something else entirely. Either way, I had only come to talk to Steve, and now that we had, it was time for