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.

hang

tomorrow, too... We'll be waiting for you. His words carried a weight, like he wanted to

up. It felt like there was more he wanted to say, but he held back. I didn't push it.

all out. No surprise-RiverwaveCorp had always been a powerhouse, and Jace? His

compete.

and Hayden first fell in love?" Yuna

I blinked. "Was it?"

said, flat

not giving up, leaned in.

"It was in Chiverton Remember? That cute little courtyard I told

shot me a weird look but

to the kitchen, I followed.

"Yeah," he muttered.

Yeah?" I repeated, confused.

glanced at me, his voice low. "It was when you kissed me for the first

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