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.

might overwhelm her. Please do me this favor. Act as if we’re still together when you’re around her, and you can ask for anything in return.” He lowered himself slightly, his

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

“Without question,” Brian replied.

house just as dinner preparations

lingering as dusk approached, painting the sky in a stunning blend

missed such moments, Rachel stopped,

she exclaimed, taking

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

by his touch.

won’t suspect anything,” he said, his grip

in, silently acknowledging the necessity.

sunset a little longer, or shall we

is probably growing impatient,”

his grip on her hand ever so