The Rewritten Love: A Second Beginning

Chapter 49

“Of course not. How could I ever find you annoying when you care about me?” Madelyn tried

to reassure Zach.

Zach’s eyes wandered over Madelyn’s loose and visibly ill-fitting clothes. He hadn’t seen her in that particular outfit before, and it appeared to be men’s clothing, so he asked, “Not wearing your school uniform today?”

Madelyn glanced down at her attire, realizing her oversight. “I-I did wear it… But the buttons. were broken. I borrowed this outfit from someone else, and I have to return it later.”

“So, it’s a men’s outfit?”

Madelyn nodded, choosing not to hide the truth. “Yes.”

Zach chuckled lightly, but there was no trace of emotion in his eyes, even a hint of coldness. Looks like Madelyn is in love.”

“No… He’s just a friend

if you’re in a relationship now. It’s normal for young people to develop feelings for others

”

guarded. She remained alert, sensing that even the slightest lapse in her vigilance could lead her to be ensnared by Zach’s seemingly gentle

anticipation coursed through Madelyn as she eagerly reached for the car door, only to find it still locked. Her heart quickened,

masculine presence enveloping her senses. The fragrance of

her soft lips, leaving a delicate trace of

apply lipstick?” Zach

provoking him and had attempted to keep her

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of me?” Zach’s question hung in the

her lips forming a faint arch. “No, why would I

of amusement dancing in his eyes. “Like? How much

to

the urge to smack herself for blurting. out nonsense due to