Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 94

Chapter 94:

“You’re squashing me!” she complained, trying to free herself from his weight.

Brian quickly rose to his feet, giving her space.

In the dim light, his tall figure seemed imposing, and as he settled next to her, Rachel finally took a deep breath, relieved to have some distance. “It’s late. You should go back and rest,” she said. “And if Tracy finds you here, you’re going to have to calm her down.”

Brian started to justify his stay, but Rachel cut him off. “Just leave. I don’t want to hear it.”

“Alright, I won’t say anything more. I’ll stay until you’re asleep, then I’ll go,” he replied.

“I can’t possibly sleep with you here,” Rachel retorted firmly.

With a sigh, Brian conceded and made to leave. His movements were slow, his injured leg clearly affecting his usual graceful stride.

Watching him struggle in such an uncharacteristic way made Rachel feel conflicted. She had to remind herself not to soften. Why should she care about his condition? Pity was not something she could afford to feel.

Brian approached the door, he paused and looked

eyes found Rachel, snug under the blanket, her eyes vivid in the low

mouth to speak, but Rachel turned away

to say. As he neared

was gentle

shone in his eyes as he

blanket, and approached him. Her tone remained calm. “Could you possibly delay your

instantly, assuming she

dinner with you

crossed Brian’s face at

reply came in a subdued tone. “Is that

you’re planning to leave with Tracy. If it’s

turned away, bracing herself for

I need to bring anything

a wave of relief. Without his agreement, she dreaded the thought of facing Jeffrey alone the