Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 264:

“Can I ask you something?”

His gaze fixed intently on her.

“Of course, go ahead.”

Rachel maintained her composure, forcing a smile despite the tension.

“Why would you insist on advancing our wedding date if you’re already seeing him? And giving me a surprise visit overseas—what was the purpose?”

Brian’s tone intensified, his frustration evident as he clenched his fists.

He paused, the silence in the room thickening.

“Why, Rachel? I need an explanation.”

sure you want to hear

Brian’s expression was resolute.

“I need to understand.”

deep breath, she gave a resigned

once considered his modest background insufficient to help me achieve what I needed, so I relied on your social standing. I

what?” Brian demanded, his voice edged with

she held Brian’s gaze. “I consulted Eric Riley, who confirmed that your financial and social influence would significantly bolster my

her admission. The revelation hit him like a physical

eyes, Rachel continued, “If you have doubts about my intentions, I encourage you to speak

about Kiss Day?” he asked in a barely audible whisper. That day had felt so real—Rachel seeking

for you, and she did, just as I anticipated. Seeing you two

unfolds at

day he had cherished as a romantic gesture was, in her eyes, nothing more

Tracy would come?” Brian’s voice was heavy