Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 469:

“During your earlier journey, did you observe everything thoroughly?”

“Yes, I witnessed everything with complete clarity,” Rachel answered with straightforwardness.

“In that case, I sincerely hope those punishments will never be directed toward you in the future. Consider this instance both the first and final occurrence.”

Rachel acknowledged this with a nod. “I know your intention, and I too have no desire for such a day to materialize.”

“My intention? Then enlighten me—what is it?”

Clenching her teeth, Rachel enunciated each word deliberately: “The reason you arranged for me to witness those scenes was to instill fear and to ensure I thoroughly grasp that betraying Natalia would exact a tremendous price, correct?”

“Indeed.”

Wilson’s expression reverted to seriousness. “Natalia is the apple of my eye. She desires friendships, which I cannot deny her, but I must guarantee her safety. Remember this, Rachel Marsh—should you ever harm my daughter, cause her distress, or inflict any suffering upon her, I will respond with unmitigated severity and ensure your suffering.”

that in

words, Rachel’s lips curved into an unexpected

“Why this amusement?”

Carpenter. I merely envy Natalia for having a

had bequeathed her nothing but bitter smiles and

better left unexpressed. Articulating

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aren’t suitable for

“Certainly.”

addressing

uncertain about

“Just call me

“Sure, Uncle Wilson.”

bidding farewell to Wilson, Rachel hastened homeward. Firstly, because the agony radiating from her back had become intolerable. Secondly, she worried that an extended delay might cause

awaited her defied