Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 643:

Rachel, all too familiar with crisis, understood at once. Her mind raced, quickly reading the silent plea behind his eyes.

“You’re going to save her, aren’t you?” she asked, her voice calm yet edged with quiet resignation.

Brian didn’t answer; his silence spoke louder than words. Rachel tilted her chin, her eyes shimmering but steady. Swallowing back the surge of emotion, she met his gaze with quiet determination. “If your mind’s made up, then go.”

“Rachel, wait for me!” Brian’s voice was urgent as he pulled her into a fierce embrace, his arms tightening around her as if trying to make the moment last. Then, just as quickly, he let go, resolve hardening in his features as he turned and strode away, leaving the wedding behind.

Rachel stood unmoving, her emotions suspended between tears and laughter.

knew the answer. She couldn’t say the words, nor did she have the strength to ask him to stay. He knew what this day meant—their wedding, a celebration of their love, meant to be perfect. Still,

his heart. Now, with Tracy carrying his child, the bond between them could never truly be

own child? It was something she

last thread of her self-respect—wouldn’t allow it. With his departure, the fragile hope of reconciliation between them vanished, leaving

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the stunned faces of Brian’s grandparents and parents among the guests. Their expressions were a mixture of disbelief, concern, and helplessness,

signaled to someone nearby, his voice sharp and commanding as it sliced through the tense atmosphere. “Brian, what

unwavering. “There’s an urgent situation—someone’s life is at stake. I

palpable. “Do you even realize what today is? It’s your wedding! Are you going to

Brian said, desperation edging his tone.

forward, her voice firm yet pleading. “Aron, stop arguing and just hold him for a moment. As long as I’m here, he’s not