Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 594:

“It’s difficult to pinpoint the exact cause. Leukemia can develop for many reasons. We’ve sent his samples for further analysis, and we should have definitive results in a few hours.”

“Thank you, Doctor,” Yvonne said, her voice tight with worry.

As they stepped out of the office, Brian’s call came in. “Where are you?” he asked.

Rachel stared at the caller ID, the doctor’s words replaying in her mind. A lump formed in her throat, and for a moment she couldn’t bring herself to speak.

“Rachel?” Brian’s worried voice came through. “Why aren’t you saying anything? Did something happen?”

“I’m really sorry, I can’t make it today. Jeffrey isn’t feeling well,” Rachel said, her voice edged with concern.

Brian picked up on her tone and replied gently, “All right. Take care of him. Let me know if there’s anything I can do to help.”

“Okay.”

felt endless. Relief washed over Rachel when Jeffrey’s eyes fluttered open. With a weak smile, he said, “Rachel, Yvonne, I’m sorry

I’ll get you some water,” Rachel said

few days, but I think I’m ready to go

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wasn’t an option. She searched for words,

your condition still isn’t stable. It’s best

really do feel better,” Jeffrey

urged. “When you passed out, Rachel was beside herself with worry. Stay here until you’ve fully recovered so she can rest. She hasn’t slept well

expression softened at

and laid his head in her lap, like a trusting

through his

it. You won’t lose sleep over me