Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

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I wasn't sure what was happening over in Lena's room, but judging from earlier? Yeah, it was probably getting just as heated as things were with Hayden and me.

Getting interrupted during that moment, especially their first time, would definitely leave a mark.

I pressed down on Hayden, who was beyond ready. "Hold up a sec."

His chest rose and fell, and his eyes were smoldering. "Hmm?"

I nodded toward the door with a pout. "You hear that? Someone's trying to ruin the vibe next door."

His gaze stayed locked on me. "So?"

"Come on, a hero's gotta step in when there's injustice," I said, already wriggling out from under him.

injustice happening right here?"

face and gave him a quick kiss. "Just hang tight, babe. I'll

That's how I

you're with someone who really loves you, you just start to feel

distant, trying to fit into that, future CEO wife' mold. I spent so much time keeping up appearances, making sure I didn't mess with Jace's image, that I felt old before my time. Lena used to point out that Hayden didn't have Jace's wealth or status, but honestly? That's what makes being with him feel

to lose something to

and quickly straightened my clothes, rushing to the door. But just as I opened it, Nate's door

paused in the doorway, deciding to stay out of it for now. If things went well, I'd

Nate?" Retta asked Lena

super chill. It was a simple answer, but the way she said it had

little smile.

That was definitely a subtle dig, like she knew Nate's

one.

didn't even flinch, though. "So, you didn't come here for Nate, huh? Looks like you came for me." Years of dealing with difficult patients must've sharpened Lena's wit-she could read people like a

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was in this elegant evening dress. But now? She was standing there in a white men's