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.

discovered the truth, I fear the shock might overwhelm her. Please do me this favor. Act

moment before agreeing with a nod. “I can accept those terms,

“Without question,” Brian replied.

reached Carol’s house just as dinner preparations were

approached, painting the sky in a stunning blend of crimson and rose,

missed such moments, Rachel stopped,

absolutely breathtaking!” she exclaimed,

𝗢𝗻𝗅𝘆 𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝘁 𝗀𝖺𝗅𝖓𝗈𝗏𝗲𝗅𝗌⍿ⅽ𝗈𝗆

truly magnificent,” Brian responded, his eyes lingering on her features, accentuated by the soft glow of the sunset. In the next instant, he reached for her hand, naturally

by his touch. “What are you

grandma notices everything. This way, she won’t suspect anything,” he said, his grip firm

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

or shall we head inside?” Brian asked, leaving the choice up to

is probably growing

his grip on her