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.

happening right here?" he asked, making

gave him a quick kiss. "Just

sounded ridiculous, but honestly? That's how I felt with him-like a carefree

someone who really loves you, you just start to feel lighter, younger, like you're rewinding time in

mold. I spent so much time keeping up appearances, making sure I

something to gain something better,

just as I opened

it for now. If

Nate?" Retta

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

even blink. She just gave a little smile. "Yeah, he does love

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

one.

me." Years of dealing with difficult patients must've sharpened Lena's wit-she could read people like a book. Retta, wearing

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elegant evening dress. But now? She was standing there in