Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 11

Chapter 11:

“Are you busy?” Brian asked.

“Yeah, I’m handling some work,” said Rachel.

“How about lunch together at noon?” he asked again.

“Aren’t you worried someone might find out about us? I’ll just eat at the cafeteria on my own.” She turned him down without hesitation. “If there’s nothing else, I’m hanging up.”

“Wait…” Brian had come home early today, only to find the house empty. It wasn’t hard to figure out—she must have already known about his late-night departure. That would explain why her voice was so distant, so cold.

“Tracy got into trouble after drinking too much last night. I couldn’t just ignore it, but I came straight home once everything was handled.”

Rachel’s response was flat. “Okay. I understand.”

Brian’s brows furrowed instantly. That was it? She didn’t ask for details, didn’t press him for an explanation. He had expected her to be upset, maybe even lash out at him. Instead, she was indifferent—too indifferent.

“Rachel, don’t you have—”

Before he could finish, Samira pushed open the door and reported, “Ms. Marsh, Maddox is almost here.”

“I’m busy. I gotta go.” Rachel ended the call without a second thought. Noticing the exhaustion in her expression, Samira hesitated before asking, “Are you alright?”

Rachel ran a hand through her tousled hair, exhaled slowly, and straightened her posture. “Let him in.”

“Yes.”

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When Maddox walked in, he was dressed in a tailored navy blue suit, his hair styled to perfection.

He carried himself like the picture of a seasoned businessman.

“Ms. Marsh, what can I do for you?” Maddox asked with an easy smile. From his relaxed demeanor, it was clear he had no clue why he’d been summoned.

interested in drawn-out pleasantries. The decision had already been

tossed a stack of documents onto the

By the time he had skimmed through all

has to be a misunderstanding. I swear, the Titan Innovations

had expected this reaction. It didn’t faze

a look at

know that betrayal is the one thing this company will never tolerate. You crossed the line. I suggest you resign voluntarily. You won’t be receiving your salary for this month, nor will you

darkened with fury as he

going to back down, he abandoned all pretense, letting his true nature

and causing us to

I took into account the years you spent working here, which is why I’m giving you the chance to leave with a shred of dignity. But if

sharp, her expression colder than ever—nothing like

wasn’t working, Maddox changed tactics. He had heard that she had a soft heart.

a heavy thud, he dropped to

me, but I swear—this was the first and last time.

face. “Please, I beg you, think of all the years I’ve dedicated to

so flawless, it almost seemed

he had done wasn’t just a mistake—it was

A man like you has no place here.” Her tone remained as cold as steel. “Letting you resign is the only kindness I’m willing to extend. Now, get up, walk out that door, and go to HR. It’s to the right. Handle the

remained composed and

fists clenched against the floor, his knuckles turning white as his gaze darkened with unspoken

stared at the

menace had vanished, replaced by a carefully constructed

you sure you want that? What

evidence to the authorities and let them deal with it.” Rachel’s tone remained cool, matter-of-fact. “If that happens, you won’t just be out

for my own

slight bow

the moment he crossed the threshold, his

expression so dark it looked like he was ready to tear

spine. “He seems dangerous. His emotions are all over

no place in this company,” Rachel replied, her voice firm. “At least we

it’s a blessing

key role in this. I’ll make sure your performance