Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 499:

Rachel met his gaze, her voice calm but firm. “No, I just don’t think it’s necessary. That’s not what I want. I just want justice. I want him disgraced, stripped of everything. As for his physical condition, that’s his fate to bear.”

Brian paused, his eyes softening as he took a step closer. He gently pressed his forehead against hers, his touch tender and deliberate.

“Alright,” he murmured, “We’ll do it your way. Whatever you decide, I’ll follow your lead.”

Rachel stepped back, immediately creating distance between her and Brian.

“Is there anything else you need?” she asked, her resistance clear.

Brian noticed it instantly, and his tone softened. “My grandma hasn’t seen you in ages, and she misses your presence.”

“Have you not told her about our separation?” Rachel asked, her voice calm but steady.

quiet. You know how deeply she wishes for our marriage. If she discovered the truth, I fear the shock might overwhelm her. Please do me this favor. Act as if we’re still together when you’re around her,

a nod. “I can accept those terms, but I expect you to

“Without question,” Brian replied.

just as dinner

daylight were still lingering as dusk approached, painting the sky in a stunning

Rachel stopped,

exclaimed, taking it

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soft glow of the sunset. In the next instant, he reached

his touch. “What

she won’t suspect

ultimately gave in, silently acknowledging the necessity. If they kept too much distance, anyone would

rather admire the sunset a little longer, or shall we head inside?” Brian asked, leaving

now. Carol is probably growing impatient,” Rachel

said, tightening his grip on her hand ever