Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 419:

Brian placed a hand on her shoulder, giving it a light pat.

Initially, he was going to pull away and tell her to rest early, but when his gaze landed on Rachel, he changed his mind.

For a brief moment, he found himself wondering—would she turn around? Did she care?

“What do you want for breakfast tomorrow? I’ll have someone make it for you,” Brian asked, steering the conversation elsewhere.

Natalia beamed, her eyes sparkling with excitement. “Whatever you arrange, I’ll love it.”

Rachel caught their reflection in the large mirror across the room. They were still hugging.

She couldn’t deny it—they looked like they fit together perfectly. Natalia’s small frame seemed even more delicate in Brian’s arms, while his towering figure wrapped around her effortlessly.

As their conversation carried on, Rachel found she couldn’t stand it anymore. Without a word, she turned and walked to the bathroom. She splashed cold water on her face, letting the chill jolt her awake.

the voices faded

first time Brian has been so close to me. He actually let me hug him. I’m so

she could barely contain herself, Rachel reached over

is to take a bath and

way! I want to enjoy

looking tired?” That made Natalia rethink. “Oh, good

Rachel lay awake, gazing at the moon through the window. After a long moment of thought, she pulled on a robe and

door, his expression

??????? ????

faint, bitter smile

and you’re standing outside a man’s room in a nightgown. What do you think people would assume?” Typical

to, he could always twist things

didn’t think about that. I just need to talk to you

“What is it?”

casually against the doorframe,