Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

Chapter 645

Chapter 645

The thought hit me out of nowhere. 'I want a child like that."

I drove away from Desmond's parents' place and back to work. On the way, I tried calling Demi-straight to

voicemail.

Wayne's info had to be solid, so if she wasn't picking up, it was because she was avoiding me. Frustrated, I shot her a text:

[Demi, if you still consider me a friend, pick up my call.]

Nothing. No reply. Not even a tead receipt. Just silence.

Guess I'd have to track her down myself.

***

Technically, I was still on the clock, but my boss wasn't exactly strict. Without hesitation, I booked a flight to Lindale. Just as I confirmed the ticket, Ron walked in, water glass in hand. "You've been way too chill lately," he said, plopping into the chair across from me.

meant. He'd probably seen the latest headlines about me. "What?

chaos. And if things go south again, I swear Hayden will rise from the grave to

The amusement park, the lights, that feeling that wouldn't leave me-Hayden wasn't dead. He was out there, pulling strings.

matter if he would or not," Ron continued. "You're following company

Go for it," I shrugged. Money wasn't exactly

always joked I was a "three-no" person-no parents, no kids, no husband. If I died tomorrow, my fortune would just vanish

as well spend it while I was

"Be serious," Ron snapped.

nodded. "Fine me, I'll pay. No complaints.

to play boss for

confirmation on display. "Tickets are booked, so you can either cover for me or I

pause, he sighed. "You're absolutely

said with a smug grin, fully aware that a line like that could make anyone want to flip a desk. But

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Chapter 645

25 BOAS

This place mattered to me because it had been Hayden's-still buzzing with memories

his hands. "You win. But this is the last time. Don't even think about making this a habit." He shook his head as he muttered, "Even if my

"You-"

and for the first time in forever, I