Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 526:

Brian leaned forward attentively. “Of course, Grandma. What is it?”

Carol hesitated, then took a steady breath. “My health isn’t what it used to be, and honestly, I don’t know how much time I have left. I know I shouldn’t be rushing you two, but… my biggest wish is to see you get married.”

Her voice cracked slightly, but she held it together. “And if it’s not too much to ask… if I could see you have a child together, that would make me the happiest woman alive.”

Rachel froze, her heart stumbling in her chest.

Carol smiled wistfully. “So… would it be possible to move the wedding date up a little? I’m afraid if we wait too long, I might not live to see it.” Her voice brimmed with sincerity, her heartfelt plea clear in every word.

Rachel’s breath hitched, completely caught off guard. She hadn’t expected Carol to make such a request, and now she found herself torn. “I…” she began hesitantly, only to feel Brian’s warm hand wrap around hers.

Without a moment’s pause, he turned to his grandmother and promised sincerely, “Grandma, I swear Rachel and I will reconsider the date.”

instantly lit up with joy. “Oh,

that evening, after ensuring Carol was comfortably settled, Brian and Rachel left the hospital

was crisp, and silence

Let me drive

I can

not safe to take a cab at this hour.

as they were about to leave, a sickly sweet

Before she could turn around, Tracy came rushing over, instantly latching onto his arm with practiced ease. “Brian, I’ve been looking everywhere

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subtly withdrew his arm from her grasp. His voice was firm but polite. “There’s no need. My grandma’s

much these past few days. I’m absolutely starving right now. You owe me, so how about dinner and a walk to make it

you already have plans with your girlfriend, I’ll leave you to your date. If Carol needs anything, just let me know.” Without giving him a chance to respond, she spun around and walked