Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

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Chapter 436

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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?"

kiss. "Just hang tight, babe.

sounded ridiculous, but honestly? That's how

is: when you're with someone who really loves you, you just start to feel lighter, younger, like

all grown-up and 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,

to lose something to gain

as I opened it, Nate's

out of it for now. If things went well, I'd just enjoy the show. If not, I'd

Nate?" Retta asked Lena

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

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

That was definitely a subtle dig, like she

one.

"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 book. Retta, wearing some fancy silk nightgown, tried to play innocent, but then... I almost

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Lena was in this elegant evening dress. But now? She was standing