Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 684:

As the ambulance sped away, Rachel’s eyes were closed, her body slipping into unconsciousness, her breath shallow and ragged.

Brian, despite his injuries, remained resolute, refusing to leave her side. His hand stayed firmly clasped around hers; his gaze locked onto her face as if willing her to wake up. No one could persuade him to move, not even the doctors or paramedics. His entire being seemed anchored to her, and for a brief moment, it felt as though time itself had come to a halt.

It wasn’t until Rachel was wheeled into the emergency room that Brian finally released her hand, his fingers lingering for a split second as though unable to let go.

Barely half an hour later, the doctor emerged, his expression grim and heavy with sorrow. “I’m afraid the situation is extremely critical,” he began, his voice low, carrying a weight of finality. “She’s in the advanced stages of kidney failure. Both of her kidneys have stopped working completely. Even without the gunshot wound, her condition was already dire. Now, with the additional injury, her chances are slim. You should prepare yourself. If there are any family members, now is the time to contact them to say their goodbyes.”

his voice as he leaned in, almost pleading.

“Even if we manage to stabilize her from the gunshot wound,

arm. His eyes, wide with fear and determination, searched the

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somber yet resolute, nodded slowly.

like an endless wait, the doctor emerged from the emergency room. His expression, while calm, carried a weight of truth.

doctor’s words, Brian felt a wave of relief wash over him. For the first time in what felt like an eternity, he allowed himself

of the room, Brian moved toward Rachel, each step deliberate, as if approaching her fragile form could somehow bring her closer to life. His hand, which had held hers countless times before, now gently brushed her

next life—please don’t stay angry with me. Let me show you the love I should have given you all