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.

had already been made. No need

documents onto the desk. “Take

time he

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

It didn’t faze her in the

take a look at

the one thing this company will never tolerate. You crossed the line. I suggest you resign voluntarily. You won’t be receiving your

eyes darkened with fury as

back down, he abandoned all pretense, letting his

causing us to lose millions.” Her

the years you spent working here, which is why I’m giving you the chance to leave with a shred of dignity. But if you refuse, I’ll have no choice but to fire you

her expression colder than ever—nothing

had heard that she had a soft heart. If pleading

thud, he

me, but I swear—this was the first and

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

so flawless, it

done wasn’t just a mistake—it was a

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 paperwork

voice remained composed and

in her tone was a stark departure from her usual demeanor. Maddox’s fists clenched against the floor, his knuckles turning white

the floor, his expression

when he finally lifted his head, the menace had vanished, replaced by a carefully

one last time—are you sure you want that?

them deal with it.” Rachel’s tone remained cool, matter-of-fact. “If that happens, you won’t just be out of a job—you’ll be facing criminal

a sneer. “So, you’re really doing this for my own good. It seems I owe you a proper thank

he offered a slight bow and strode out of the

the moment he crossed the threshold, his smile

twisted into something sinister—his expression so dark it looked like he was ready to

a shiver run down her spine.

company,” Rachel replied, her voice firm. “At least we caught him before

it’s a blessing

in this. I’ll make sure your performance bonus