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."

Finally, he asked, "Are you sure? No matter

said, my voice

"Alright," Steve finally agreed.

me. "I'll cover the cost, whatever

hire someone, and

he

in full swing. "Steve! Get over here, man! You're the star of the night. And Rea, seriously, you're always with

the crowd erupted, full of playful

bunch of toddlers. "You guys better treat her

totally join our gang! Just say the word and

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

He stared at his phone, but didn't pick up. The whole room went weirdly quiet, and even the guy

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start ringing again.

a good guess who was blowing up his

Either way, I had only come to talk to Steve, and now that we had, it was time for me to head out. Just as I was about to say goodbye, my phone started