Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 505:

Carol’s face lit up immediately, her joy unmistakable. “That’s wonderful!” she exclaimed, her tone warm with happiness.

After Carol retired for the night, Brian and Rachel left the room. They walked in comfortable silence, side by side, their steps naturally aligning.

“Thank you, Rachel,” Brian said quietly, his voice filled with genuine appreciation.

“Carol has always treated me well, and I can’t bring myself to disappoint her,” Rachel said, her voice soft with sincerity.

Brian met her gaze. “I know you’re doing this for her, not for me. But given that we’ve always shared a room here, it might look suspicious if we don’t stay together tonight.”

Rachel hesitated for a moment, then gave a small nod. “I’ll cooperate.” She had already anticipated this possibility when she agreed to stay for Carol’s sake.

“Are you sure you don’t mind?” he asked, his voice tinged with a hint of hope.

thought for a moment before responding, “The room has both a bed and a sofa. I

quickly deflating. The light in his

into the room together. With only one bathroom available, Brian courteously

you,” Rachel said, a quiet appreciation in her

the balcony, drawn by the cool night air. The breeze was refreshing, and the serenity of the night called to her. She inhaled deeply,

the city’s noise, offered a rare tranquility. The distant sound of crickets seemed to lull the

a brilliant full moon casting its soft light over everything. The stars shimmered with an almost unnatural clarity, making Rachel pause to take in the beauty of

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brushed against her skin, she shivered slightly and wrapped her arms around herself. Just as she did, she felt something gently drape over her

face soft but earnest, as

You shouldn’t catch a cold,” Brian said, his voice gentle, though there was

you,” Rachel replied, her tone cool and

settled between them. The warmth that