Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 523:

“I know,” Brian murmured, his gaze never wavering. “I know how much you care about her. And as for the blood donation, I’m sure you had your own reasons for hesitating. It wasn’t because you didn’t want to help.”

His words took Rachel by surprise. “You don’t blame me?”

He gave a small nod. “No. I believe in you. Carol means a lot to you, and I know your concern for her is genuine.”

“Thank you!”

Rachel couldn’t deny that his unwavering trust caught her off guard, almost stirring something in her. Yet it was too late. The warmth she might have felt before was now long gone, replaced by a lingering numbness.

Brian exhaled slowly. “Also… I owe you an apology. I understand everything about Huey Dury now. I’ll make sure his girlfriend gets a spot in the clinical trial and prioritize her case.”

froze, clearly not

let him know. And thank

I’d like to hear her thanks in person,

couldn’t deny that his offer was genuinely compelling. If Myrna could truly receive significant help, it would be something worth celebrating. After a brief moment of consideration, Rachel finally nodded. “Alright.

waiting,” Brian responded

Brian’s lips parted slightly, as though he wanted to say something—but then he shut his mouth. He longed to ask if something was wrong with her health. Otherwise, she wouldn’t

Carol’s

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Carol asleep in her hospital bed. The sight of her frail form

especially Doris, whose voice cracked as she begged, “Brian, please… I don’t want to go home. Even if I do, I know I won’t get a

Brian said gently. “Dad and I will stay with

“But—”

firm but not unkind. “Debby, Doris—both of you, go home and get some rest. That’s final.” He shifted his