Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 36

Chapter 36

Chapter 36:

Rachel’s eyes widened, her voice brimming with genuine admiration. “Trey, you’re incredibly pretty!”

In that fleeting moment, she found herself struck by how similar he was to Jeffrey. The resemblance was uncanny: the same age, the same height, and a striking similarity in their features. If only life had treated Jeffrey more kindly, if illness hadn’t stolen his childhood, he could have blossomed into a confident, vibrant young man, just like Trey.

Trey, momentarily taken aback, scratched his head with an awkward grin. “That’s… unexpected. You’ve got me blushing here.”

Rachel’s thoughts drifted once again, momentarily lost in memories of Jeffrey. She stared at Trey, almost seeing only Jeffrey in him, a bittersweet ache in her chest.

“Wait a second,” Rachel suddenly exclaimed, her voice sharp with realization.

Trey stiffened, instinctively halting his movements. A flicker of uncertainty crossed his face.

With a slow, deliberate motion, Rachel reached out, her delicate fingers combing through his soft hair as the light from the sun danced around them. Her touch was as gentle as the softest breeze, tender and soothing.

“All set,” Rachel said, admiring her work. After a few careful adjustments, she smiled, satisfied. “This style suits you much better, don’t you think?”

Trey didn’t even glance at himself in the mirror, simply nodding enthusiastically. “If you say so, I’ll keep it this way from now on.”

Meanwhile, just outside the hospital room, Brian stood in the shadows, his expression cold and unreadable.

His voice was sharp as he addressed Ronald. “Find a way to get him out of here.”

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“Understood, sir,” Ronald responded quickly, sensing the tension in Brian’s tone.

Moments later, Trey’s phone buzzed. He glanced at the screen, then turned to Rachel with an apologetic smile. “There’s an urgent matter at the office. I need to head back.”

“Go ahead,” Rachel said with an encouraging smile. “Give it your best.”

you,” Trey assured her before heading

he found Rachel lying asleep, an IV drip gently flowing into her arm. The soft beeping of the heart monitor was the only

familiar, lingered in her groggy mind. For a moment, she believed it was him. But as her thoughts sharpened, a sinking realization hit

But the air around her seemed thick with Brian’s presence—his warmth, his scent, and even the quiet weight

Rachel closed her eyes tightly, willing the illusion to fade. But when she opened them again, Brian

more, a voice broke through the stillness of the room, laced

really not want

of realization through her. Her heart fluttered in her chest, and

of something deeper. She hadn’t expected him to return, to linger in the space between them

afternoon, Brian had Ronald bring over his laptop and a stack of files. He was engrossed in work, his phone constantly buzzing, his attention divided between calls

he set his glass down, he noticed Rachel’s cheeks slightly

asked casually, “What are you

offering him a playful grin. “It’s really sweet. Want to try?” She cut a fresh slice and held it

the apple slice, his focus shifting to her lips. His usually calm eyes now

he asked, his voice low and

I wouldn’t lie to you,” Rachel insisted,

smooth, effortless motion. Her body pressed against his, his solid frame anchoring her as her head lightly bumped into his chest. The unexpected closeness left

full of sweetness, making

from Brian, warm and low. “Did

her lips curling into a smile.

smile widened, amusement clear in his

sunlight bathed the room, casting everything in a soft, golden glow that seemed to highlight the quiet intimacy between them. Their connection felt effortless, like two pieces of a puzzle finally

savoring the apple, his gaze never leaving hers. When he finally

his voice teasing, a faint smile tugging

eyes. “How can that be? It was sweet enough for me. Try this piece,” she said, picking

back slightly, shaking his head. “I’m fine. No more

raised an eyebrow in mock disbelief.

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