Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 31

Chapter 31:

Was Brian implying that he would do anything to make Tracy happy? Rachel’s heart sank. His affection had never been aimed at her.

Silence enveloped the private room as a gentle, soothing melody filled the air.

Tracy had chosen a love song that held significant meaning for Rachel. She had once begged Brian to sing this song with her, but each request had been denied. Yet, this time, at Tracy’s request, he agreed without hesitation.

Everyone seemed captivated by their flawless delivery of the song.

However, Rachel’s thoughts were elsewhere—she needed a drink. She was already on her third beer from the table.

Just then, her hand was gently restrained.

Looking concerned, Trey said, “Samira asked me to keep an eye on your drinking.”

“I just need something to soothe my nerves,” Rachel protested, quickly downing two more beers.

Unable to dissuade her, Trey ended up joining her, and they polished off a few more bottles.

As the music faded, Brian’s intense stare landed on them, his fists clenched tightly.

Rachel had certainly made an impression.

Brian fumed inwardly at the sight of her drinking with another man. He believed he had been too lenient with her. Tonight, he was determined to set things straight and show her the importance of proper conduct.

The applause and compliments from the audience filled the room.

“Such talent! Mr. White not only excels in business, but also captures hearts with his singing.”

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“Tracy’s performance was equally mesmerizing, with a voice so sweet it could make anyone fall in love.”

Rachel suddenly got up, swaying slightly as she moved toward the stage. “Would you mind playing ‘All of Me’?”

the request.

stage, Rachel had already drawn Trey close to

familiar with

“I know it, but…”

face. Her eyes sparkled with a mix of intoxication and innocence, enchanting yet pure, making her nearly

Trey found himself speechless.

voice a gentle caress. “You mustn’t say no. Remember, you agreed to follow my directions when you

“Alright.”

the melody was joyful, Rachel infused each lyric with melancholy. As she continued, tears began to cascade down her cheeks. By the song’s end, her

and as the

whispered reassuringly in her ear, “You’ve had too much to drink. I’ll take

at him. “Fantastic! Thanks so much.” It was clear she was drunk; she

capturing the hearts of all around her. In the

Brian swirled his glass too hard, causing the liquor to

locked onto the pair before him, his stare burning into Rachel with fiery intensity,

offered him a smile but remained silent. She then turned to Trey, urgently whispering,

they exited,

with irritation, said, “Stay there. We’re going

see—don’t you worry about getting caught? Plus, Tracy’s not exactly sober herself. Are you going to leave

formed on Brian’s face. He paused before answering, “Ronald will drive her

ended the call

fetched some water, he noticed Rachel swaying slightly by the roadside

no need. You’ve already seen enough of

insisted, concerned, “You’ve had too much

being drunk wasn’t so bad after all. It would allow her to momentarily forget her troubles and avoid the pain in front of her. She wandered aimlessly until a park bench beckoned

a watchful eye on her,

of the alcohol, Rachel clutched at Trey’s shirt and asked, “Men are so unpredictable, aren’t they? But then, how can some remain so devoted to their first love? Oh, I forgot you’re a man too. Sorry, that was unfair of me. May

Trey gave a nod.

swept her hair aside. “How would you react if a woman you weren’t

want

“Just the truth, please.”

wish she would just vanish and leave me