Chapter 390

Brandon's voice was deep and overwhelming. My playful mood subsided as I looked at his thinner face, thinking about how he had to take care of Ellie, who had just recovered. Now he must be exhausted from having to deal with me. I instantly lost the heart to tease him, so I pulled him closer and obediently explained, "Derick and I are just friends. I have nothing to hide, and that's why I speak so freely about him in front of you." I realized something was off with my wording as soon as I said that, but I didn't correct it. Not mentioning Chris didn't necessarily mean I was hiding something. It could mean I no longer cared about him. "I know, but I still feel uncomfortable," Brandon honestly admitted. It made sense. I'd feel uncomfortable too if he were praising someone else in front of me. I might even tell him to get out of the car. "I'm sorry. It's my fault," I confessed meekly. Brandon's stern expression softened. "Apologizing isn't enough for me." I immediately caught the