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.

in drawn-out pleasantries. The decision had already

documents onto the desk. “Take a

the design blueprints. By the time he had skimmed through all the evidence, the color

misunderstanding. I swear, the Titan Innovations design has nothing to do

expected this reaction. It didn’t faze her

take a

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

darkened with fury as he

wasn’t going to back down, he abandoned

causing us to lose millions.” Her voice was unwavering, each word carrying

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

than ever—nothing like the woman he was used to

that she had a soft heart.

he

I let greed get the best of me, but I

streamed down his face. “Please, I beg you, think of all the years I’ve

so flawless, it

wasn’t just a mistake—it was a betrayal. And that was something

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 paperwork

voice remained composed and

was a stark departure from her usual demeanor. Maddox’s fists clenched against the floor, his knuckles turning white as his gaze darkened with

at the floor,

when he finally lifted his head, the menace

me ask you one last time—are you sure you want that? What happens if I refuse

authorities and let 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

you’re really doing this for my own good. It seems I owe you

bow

moment he crossed the threshold, his

face twisted into something sinister—his expression so dark it looked like

him leave, felt a shiver run down her spine. “He seems dangerous. His emotions

replied, her voice firm. “At least we caught

“Maybe it’s

right. You played a key role in this. I’ll make sure your performance bonus reflects