Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 404:

“Just hold on a little longer. The doctor is on the way,” Brian assured her gently, lowering himself to her level.

But to Rachel, every word of his felt like a sharp needle piercing her heart.

They were both hurt, yet the way he treated Tracy and her were as different as night and day.

There was a time when this would have shattered her. But now, she could almost be thankful for it. If she hadn’t witnessed it firsthand, how would she have truly let go?

“Brian, my leg really hurts… I want to stand,” Tracy whimpered, playing up her frailty.

“Ronald!” Brian reflexively called out, expecting Ronald to assist her.

said nothing.

With a slight frown, he

yet, I can wait. It’s fine,” she said

I’ll help you up.” Tracy’s heart leaped

you carry me, she might get

I’ll handle it.” Without hesitation, he scooped Tracy into his

wrapped her arms around his neck, their closeness

air. “Wow! Brian and Tracy look perfect together!” “Yeah, after all this time, their love is still strong. Tracy’s tears completely melt his heart.” “Time and distance mean nothing to true love. This is amazing. I believe in love again!” The crowd buzzed

figured she might as well play along, otherwise, she’d risk spoiling the cheerful atmosphere. Turning with a polite smile, she spoke. “Tracy, after all these years, he still treats you with such affection. You’re really lucky. But I did hear that while you two were

rippling through the crowd. “He had another woman? Then does that mean

heart of

together, but if he was two-timing, that’s awful.” “I feel awful for his