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?”

gave a gentle smile and

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

them, and Rachel stayed close, holding

are you

didn’t take Rachel’s hand now, it would feel off, even suspicious.

catching his eye, gave a subtle nod in

don’t need me, I’ll hold

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a brief moment, Rachel was stunned. His words felt so natural and convincing that

to leave, Carol unexpectedly spoke up. “It’s getting late. Why don’t you both stay the night and

glances, caught off guard by the

Carol smiled. “What’s the matter? Don’t you want to have breakfast with

for Rachel. “It’s not that. We’ve got a meeting tomorrow,”