The Rewritten Love: A Second Beginning (Madelyn) novel Chapter 36

Chapter 36 

Zach woke up drenched in sweat, his dream feeling all too real. As his eyes fluttered open, he found himself still mired in the anguish of losing Madelyn. 

Grief, despair an ache that clenched his heart and stole his breath. He never anticipated a mere dream would elicit such a profound response from within. What made it even more bewildering was that in the dream, Madelyn perished, and he, too, was shattered, as if facing his own demise. It was utterly absurd. 

“Zach, you’re awake!” a soft voice came from beside him. 

It was Jadie. 

Zach glanced at the wall clock, his thoughts murmuring, ‘Afternoon already? It’s getting dark outside. How long have I slept?’ 

He noticed a tinge of redness in Jadie’s eyes, as if she had just cried. 

“Jadie, weren’t you supposed to be at school?” Zach asked with a hint of concern. 

Jadie’s voice held a tinge of disappointment as she replied, “Zach, don’t you remember? You promised to pick me up after school on Friday. I waited for you, but when you didn’t show, I called Kevin and found out you were sick. I rushed over here immediately.” 

“I’m sorry, I completely forgot,” Zach said, closing his eyes, taking a moment to recover. The dream had left its mark, still vivid in his mind. 

“Are you feeling any better now, Zach? Would you like some water?” Jadie inquired. 

“No, I’m good.” 

“Alright.” Sensing his distress, Jadie reached out, her hand intertwining with his, providing silent support. 

At that moment, a knock echoed through the door. 

Zach’s eyes fluttered open, his gaze shifting toward the entrance. “Come in.” 

“Mr. Jardin, it’s time for dinner. How are you feeling now?” said the person entering the room, Rosario. 

An unexplainable heaviness settled in Zach’s chest at the sight of Rosario. “I’m feeling slightly better. Where’s Madelyn?” he asked. 

Rosario responded, “Madelyn is downstairs, having her meal. Shall I call her for you, Jardin? Is there something you need?” 

Mr. 

Suddenly, Zach became aware of something amiss. Thoughts raced through his mind, 

Madelyn? Why did I mention Madelyn? Am I under some kind of spell?’ He pressed his hand 

against his forehead, weariness seeping into his voice as he replied to Rosario, “No, it’s alright. 

Then, turning to Jadie, he added, “You should go and have your meal as well. Once you’re finished, I’ll join you.” 

“Okay,” Jadie responded.