Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 504:

Rachel absorbed her words in silence, squeezing Carol’s hand in understanding. “I understand.” She couldn’t imagine any future scenario that would force Brian into such a difficult position again.

“But if he ever betrays you, if he has an affair, you must tell me,” Carol said firmly, her eyes locking with Rachel’s. “I will stand by you, no matter what.”

Rachel nodded, a quiet appreciation in her gaze. “Thank you, Carol,” she said, her voice full of gratitude. “I’m fortunate to have you on my side.”

“Of course,” Carol replied firmly, her tone leaving no room for doubt. “I’ll always support you. And as for Tracy, I can promise you she will never marry Brian. As long as I’m around, she doesn’t stand a chance.”

With that, Carol cast Brian a pointed glance.

Brian quickly explained, “Grandma, you’re overthinking it.”

Satisfied, Carol turned to Rachel. “Did you hear that?”

smile

Rachel played along, her warmth matching the calm atmosphere. It was important to make Carol happy, and she was

the evening surrounded them, and Rachel stayed close, holding Carol’s left arm while Brian reached

Brian away. “Why are you clinging to me?

Brian didn’t take Rachel’s hand now, it would feel off, even suspicious. He glanced at her,

catching his eye, gave a subtle nod in

me, I’ll hold my girlfriend’s hand.” And with

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His words felt so natural and convincing that they almost blurred

their walk was finished, they helped Carol back to her room. As they turned to leave, Carol unexpectedly spoke up.

Rachel exchanged surprised glances, caught off guard by

“What’s the matter? Don’t you want to have

got a meeting tomorrow,” he explained, giving Rachel