Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 458:

However, in the next instant, his tone hardened. “Your mistake was coming here today to speak on Brian’s behalf. He should consider himself fortunate that my daughter is safe and sound. Otherwise… not just him—the entire White family would have faced the consequences.”

A dangerous glint flickered in his eyes.

Rachel had expected this from the very beginning, so she wasn’t surprised.

“He hurt my daughter, and that’s something I won’t overlook. Miss Marsh, because Natalia is close to you, I’ll give you this chance—leave now, and I’ll act as if this never happened.”

Rachel slowly rose to her feet.

Wilson assumed she was about to leave, but instead, she straightened her back and bowed deeply.

how fiercely you protect her. I understand your anger—it’s only natural. If there must be consequences, then let them fall on me. I was the one who took Natalia to see Brian, the one who brought her to the party. From the start, I had a hand in this, and I can’t deny my responsibility. As

around her heart, Rachel refused to back down. Meeting Wilson’s unwavering gaze, she took a steady breath and pressed on, “But from a different perspective, this might not be a disaster at

eyebrow, his deep voice tinged with skepticism. “A good thing? I’d like to hear your

I believe she’s already lost faith in Brian White. The care she shows him is out of her natural kindness, not love. If anything, this might

gaze sharpened. He took a slow sip of his coffee, pausing in thought before looking at her intently. “How sure

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eighty percent,” Rachel answered with

from her lingering attachment to him. Isn’t that a worthwhile outcome? On the other hand, if you choose to detain him, harm him, or escalate tensions between your families, her compassionate nature could lead her to take the blame upon herself. She may feel responsible for what happens to him, which could make it even harder for her to let

turned toward the window, and clasped his hands

his lips pressed into a firm line as he stared into the distance, lost in

grow damp with sweat. Her hands