Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 655:

They arrived bearing an array of health supplements, the colorful bottles and packets seeming to energize the room. Carol’s eyes glistened with tears as she approached Rachel’s bedside. “Sweetheart, how are you holding up?” Rachel’s face lit up at her grandmother’s presence. “Seeing you brings me so much joy,” she said, pulling Carol into a warm embrace.

Since Rachel woke up, the first thing she asked about was Carol’s condition. When she learned that Carol had collapsed from overwhelming emotion, worry seized her instantly. Now seeing Carol in person, a wave of relief and excitement washed over Rachel.

“How are you doing?” Rachel asked softly.

Carol let out a soft chuckle. “My dear, even in a situation like this, you’re still thinking about me. Don’t worry, I’m doing fine.”

Their conversation naturally drifted back to the wedding. Carol gently took Rachel’s hand. “Brian was completely out of line at the wedding. What he did to you was unacceptable. I may be old, but I remember everything clearly. Your relationship with him has been full of ups and downs, and he’s hurt you time and again. If not for your fear of disappointing me and your kindness in putting my feelings first, you probably wouldn’t have gone through with the marriage. I was selfish to pressure you into it.”

I’ll make sure Tracy is removed from the picture. But if you choose to walk away from Brian,

firmly. “I promise. I’ll take the time to really

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did he walk

out of bed, clutching Jeffrey’s hand as fresh blood trickled down. Her face had lost

care of Jeffrey. You’re still

get a

of it. Don’t worry

been holding onto. She had kept everything bottled up, but now it all came rushing out like a dam

person you care about is Tracy. My brother’s life means nothing to you,

his voice pleading. “Rachel, that’s not what I meant.