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

snug under the blanket, her eyes

Rachel turned away sharply,

say. As he neared the door, her voice stopped

Her voice was gentle and

glimmer of hope shone in his eyes

the blanket, and approached him. Her tone remained calm. “Could

assuming she wanted him to stay

with you tomorrow.

shadow crossed Brian’s

“Is that the reason

planning to leave with Tracy. If it’s too

turned away,

“I haven’t refused. Do I need to bring anything for dinner?

agreement, she dreaded the thought of facing Jeffrey