Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 704:

Meanwhile, Ronald arrived to pick him up, only to be taken aback by Brian’s appearance. His usually crisp suit was wrinkled, his hair was a mess, and there was an unusual exhaustion in his eyes. Concerned, Ronald hurried over. “What on earth happened to you last night?”

“Take me to Yvonne,” Brian ordered immediately. “I need to see her now.”

On the way, Brian made several calls—to the funeral home, to contacts, to anyone who could give him answers. Finally, he got the confirmation he needed: Rachel’s body had never been cremated. That meant only one thing—Rachel was alive.

Yvonne had gone to extreme lengths, spinning a lie that had shattered him, leaving behind nothing but regret.

He had to see her. He needed answers.

Yvonne had clearly seen this coming. When Brian arrived at her place, it was Norton who greeted him at the door.

When Brian demanded to see Yvonne, Norton gave a brief nod. “I’ll go get her.”

another word, he turned and walked into

didn’t need an explanation. One look at Norton’s

here, is she?” he asked

not. What do you need her for?” Norton asked

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the obvious signs—his rushed arrival, the disheveled state of his clothes, and the tension radiating from him. Whatever had brought Brian here in such a state had to be something

isn’t dead,” Brian said through gritted teeth. “And if I had to guess, this

She was buried.

a performance for me,” Brian said

is a miracle,” Norton mused. “And

country and stayed abroad for an entire month. During that time, Brian searched relentlessly,

news, she let out a long sigh of relief. She picked up her