Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 534:

Natalia burst into laughter. “Oh, you think too highly of me. I just ordered delivery.”

As they ate, Natalia and Jeffrey exchanged lively conversation, filling the room with warmth. Natalia’s bright personality lit up the room, making the meal feel lighter and more joyful.

“Oh, Rachel, I heard Brian’s grandmother fell ill, and you were the one taking care of her. Tracy tried to visit her, but they didn’t let her. That alone makes me happy! Honestly, you should have never broken up with Brian just to make Tracy miserable—”

Rachel’s eyes widened, and she quickly cut her off. “Natalia!”

But the damage was done.

Jeffrey’s fingers tightened around his fork, his lips quivering as he turned to Rachel. “Is it true? Did you really break up with Brian?” His voice wavered.

stay composed as she

say something!” Jeffrey’s voice trembled with

been contemplating a breakup. But it

you sure? You’re not

I ever lied to you, huh? And listen—if Brian and I ever do break up one day, it’ll be because of our

earlier remark had stirred unnecessary trouble, Natalia quickly interjected, her voice filled with guilt. “This is all my fault… I shouldn’t have said anything. I’m really sorry. Can we just… eat now?” The rest of the meal passed in an uncomfortable silence, everyone seemingly lost in their

a quick bath and quietly retreated to his room. Rachel

𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙥𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙡: 𝙜ⱥ𝗅𝗇𝗈ν𝖊𝗅𝘴⫽𝙘𝙤𝙢

upset, just yell at me or slap me or something… I’ll feel better that way,” Natalia stammered, her voice laced with

gave a soft laugh, shaking her head.

back there. Please don’t hold it against me, okay?” Rachel’s smile faltered, her voice softening. “I’m

worry deepened, and she blurted, “Rachel,