Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 53

Chapter 53:

“What happened?” Rachel asked.

Yvonne detailed the entire situation. “Norton Burke finally agreed to let me work, yet he prohibited me from telling everyone that I’m his wife. We could have lived a peaceful life, but he insists on complicating everything. He even undermines me at work! Unbelievable!”

Rachel ran her fingers through her hair, deep in thought. “Are you employed at his company?”

“Absolutely not! Why would I deliberately walk into a lion’s den? He acquired the company after I joined and secretly took over as the top executive. He’s deliberately making things difficult, trying to drive me out. The tactics he uses are despicable! What a jerk!” Yvonne was explaining her frustrations passionately.

Rachel didn’t bother to look around.

But when she casually lifted her eyes, she was stunned.

Like a phantom appearing from thin air, Norton stood right behind Yvonne. Reacting quickly, Rachel seized Yvonne’s hand. “Yvonne, I’m done with my coffee. How about we go shopping?”

Retreating seemed the most prudent action at that moment.

Yet Yvonne, deep in her heated rant, showed no signs of stopping.

She dismissed Rachel’s appeal. “Hold on, no hurry. Let me finish blasting that jerk first, then we’ll go shopping.”

Rachel tried to communicate urgency with her eyes, but Yvonne, animated and captivated by her own words, paid no attention.

Left with no alternative, Rachel stood up and said directly, “Good afternoon, Mr. Burke. Fancy seeing you here.”

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“Rachel…” Yvonne pulled at her friend’s arm. “What are you talking about? Which Mr. Burke?”

Before she could finish her sentence, a low, grinding voice emerged right beside her. “How many Mr. Burkes do you think there are?”

her head,

she managed, forcing a tight smile. Getting caught speaking ill of someone was

said, “What? You heard

games with me. I

just discussing a movie. There

emitted a cold scoff. “Really? What a coincidence that the villain in your story shares my full

have heard that clearly? As she scrambled for an explanation, a honeyed voice interjected, “Mr. Burke, did you get my coffee yet? I’ve been craving

shake the woman off. Instead, he looked amused, seemingly

said, “Sweetie,

threw a look at Norton,

once?” Norton’s face darkened, his expression

over there utter them!”

Rachel regarded her

stage, our marriage is merely a facade. His grandfather’s health is failing. If he passes,

a gentle squeeze. “Let’s not dwell on unhappy things.

“Agreed.”

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You should acknowledge that. But if he fails to love you right, then you

playfully. “Won’t

I are married.

arm in arm, they continued toward the mall. With the upcoming birthday banquet for Brian’s grandma Carol, Rachel was on the hunt for an appropriate outfit. Carol adored the color red, making it an obvious choice for

Yvonne, known

said. “The designer there is making waves in the fashion world. I’ve seen their work, and it’s outstanding.

their way to the boutique immediately. Upon entering, Rachel was instantly taken by the designs. The clothing

selected several items, and Yvonne encouraged

each more striking and fitting than the last. However,

this is the standout piece! What