Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

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Chapter 414

Of course I was going.

I didn't even have to think about it.

That amusement park? It was practically my baby-two years of blood, sweat, and tears. It held so many of my hopes, regrets, and... maybe even my second chance.

The second I got the invite, old memories hit me like a movie reel that wouldn't quit.

"Can I bring someone with me?" I asked Jace.

There was a pause. "Hayden?"

I stayed quiet, and he let out a low laugh. "Bring whoever you want. Just... make sure you come."

That was new. Before, Jace would've tried to charm me into coming alone. No compromise. But now? He was different.

I said, about to hang

parents will be there tomorrow, too... We'll be waiting for you. His words carried a weight, like he wanted to make sure I couldn't back

he held back. I didn't push it. In the end, I was the

surprise-RiverwaveCorp had always been a powerhouse, and Jace? His business sense was solid. No matter what went

he just couldn't compete.

where you and Hayden first fell in love?"

I blinked. "Was it?"

said, flat as

giving up,

didn't answer, so I filled in. "It was in Chiverton Remember? That cute little courtyard

weird look

headed to the kitchen, I followed. "Did I say

"Yeah," he muttered.

Yeah?" I repeated, confused.

glanced at me, his voice low. "It was

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