Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 588:

“Guess that means I’m in charge of your hair from now on.”

Deep down, Rachel knew that would never happen. Still, she figured Carol would be pleased to see them so in love. If Brian was willing to play along, she might as well, too.

She offered a small, bashful nod and said cheerfully, “All right.”

Carol beamed with satisfaction but made sure to remind Brian, “After you get married, you can’t be as carefree as before. You need to be responsible and cherish Rachel. If you ever mistreat her, even after I’m gone, I won’t forgive you.”

Brian frowned, visibly annoyed. “Grandma, don’t talk like that. It’s too depressing.”

Carol remained calm. “Life and death are inevitable, Brian. I’ve made peace with that, so you should, too. As for the checkups, I insisted on keeping you in the dark. Don’t blame anyone for it.”

She had already guessed what was weighing on Brian’s mind.

do as you

should get some rest. I’m starting

emotions they had held at bay began to surface. Sadness lingered in Brian’s eyes, though

walked in silence for half an hour before Rachel suddenly noticed blood staining his

get you back to your doctor right now,”

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her hand, his expression steady. “It’s just a little blood,” he reassured

if it happens too often, it could get

frustration. “Brian, are you deliberately trying to make things worse for

firmly, his eyes hopeful as he gazed at her. “Are you concerned about

pull her hand free,

get my brother out,” she added casually. At that, Brian

like I misunderstood,” he muttered with