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.”

He’s just

for others during their youth… If

”

guarded. She remained alert, sensing that even the slightest

in Southern Haven Villas, Zach skillfully parked the car in the garage. A surge of anticipation coursed through Madelyn as she eagerly reached for the car door, only to find it still locked. Her heart

masculine presence enveloping her senses. The fragrance of camellias emanated from him, further heightening her unease. “I-Is

cupped her face, his thumb brushing against her soft lips, leaving a delicate trace of pink on his fingertips. Madelyn instinctively flinched,

apply lipstick?”

intentions. In recent days, she had consciously avoided provoking him and had attempted to keep her distance. Yet, she couldn’t fathom what she might have done to earn his sudden interest. Within moments, she mentally retraced her steps, analyzing her actions, but she couldn’t discern any wrongdoing

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afraid of me?” Zach’s question hung in the

forming a faint arch. “No,

dancing in

to

Jent, why did you say that? It came out so awkwardly!’ She resisted the urge to smack herself for blurting. out nonsense due to her startled state. Despite her internal turmoil, she had to find a way salvage the situation. She replied, “I like you