Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 490:

Recovering quickly, rage overtook him, and he lunged forward.

“You dare strike me?” His voice was cold with fury. “Now you’ll really see what I’m capable of…”

The echo of the second crash reverberated through the room as Rachel, driven by sheer desperation, struck Charlie again with the vase. This time, the force was so great that the vase shattered into countless pieces, its fragments scattering across the floor.

Charlie slumped onto the bed, his body limp and unresponsive.

Rachel’s heart pounded furiously in her chest, her emotions a tumultuous mix of fear and adrenaline. She hesitated for a moment before cautiously pushing him, but he showed no signs of consciousness.

With trembling hands, she checked his breathing. Relief washed over her when she detected the shallow rise and fall of his chest. She took a deep breath, composed herself, and straightened her attire before calling the police.

fear that she might have inadvertently caused serious harm, Rachel maintained her composure as she recounted

Afterward, the police informed her that Charlie was still unconscious and in critical condition, meaning she was required to

Could I go to prison for this?” The fear in her voice was palpable, and it resonated

a mix of concern and professionalism. “Let’s not jump to conclusions. If

Rachel managed to say, nodding slightly.

where

you should,” the

freedom. Yet, considering his close ties with Brian, she hesitated, uncertain if invoking his help might complicate things further. Instead, she dialed Sabrina, who answered with

a sudden pang of guilt for disturbing Sabrina, Rachel tried to steady her voice. “Hi, Sabrina. I’m sorry to call so

was wrong. “Is everything

it’s not too