Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 78

Chapter 78:

Toward the end, Rachel was already dropping to her knees.

Just then, a beam of light shone over her, giving Jeffrey a clear view of what she was about to do.

“Rachel, don’t!” he cried out. “I’m not worth it!”

Then, as if something inside him had shifted, he began climbing down the bridge. His grip was tight and sure.

Trey wasted no time and quickly rushed forward to catch Jeffrey in case he slipped.

Everyone’s attention was all on Jeffrey. No one—aside from Ronald—noticed Brian already climbing up the bridge.

It didn’t take him long to reach Jeffrey.

stayed in the shadows, taking up position behind a barrier to avoid startling Jeffrey and spooking

made his way down, Brian descended as well, matching his

felt like an eternity, Jeffrey

him, relief washing over her. Jeffrey stood there, his face blank as he looked at

words suddenly flashed in his

you? I used to envy her. She is beautiful and even managed to win Brian’s heart. I bet everyone’s jealous of her. But I’ve already gotten over it. I only feel sorry for her now. Do you know that Brian’s mother stands against you? As long as you’re around, your sister will never be able to marry into the White family. You’re a grown man now. Shouldn’t you start thinking about your sister’s happiness? It’s simple, really—if you weren’t around, she would have a much easier life. She would get her

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cruel smile on Doris’s face seemed

he began to struggle and cry out in anguish.

he took one last look at Rachel, his eyes filled

had turned around

“Don’t!”

mind went blank. Panic swallowed

instinct, she