Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 731:

Rachel’s eyes widened in pleasant surprise. “Thank you! But how did you know I liked them so much?” She had never actually mentioned her fondness for them.

Allan’s smile widened slightly, a glimmer of fondness in his eyes as he explained, “You never mentioned it, but I noticed. The first time you had a few pieces, I thought you were just hungry. But after that, I saw you always ate a little more, even though you consistently left some behind, as if you were too shy to finish them all.”

“So I guess you liked them more than you let on.” His voice was thoughtful, full of quiet affection for Rachel’s subtle habits.

Rachel’s expression was as eager as a child’s before a candy shop window. Allan gently nudged the box closer. “Go on, Rachel. Don’t hold back.”

Rachel unwrapped the package with eager hands, and the moment the rich cherry blossom scent filled the air, a soft smile graced her lips. “Mmm, this aroma is lovely—exactly what I needed to brighten my mood,” she murmured, her voice carrying a hint of contentment.

as she was about to, she paused and held it out to Allan.

smile. “No, this is for you. You should enjoy it—have

of warmth spread through her. It was as

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comforting, but to Brian, it stung. A sharp sting of jealousy pricked at

invisible. From the moment Allan arrived, Rachel hadn’t

would have strode over, taken her hand,

now, he had lost that privilege. He had no right to step in, no

was stand there, watching, jealousy

looked at Allan. “Would