Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 765:

When Allan remained silent, Brenda smiled and added, “If you feel awkward using my old nickname, then I won’t insist. It’s been a long time since someone called me that anyway. Gosh, it’s been years since our graduation! Time really flew by, huh? You can just call me Brennie when we’re not in formal or professional settings. That’s what my family calls me.”

As a woman herself, Rachel couldn’t help but notice the gleam that crossed Brenda’s eyes as she talked to Allan. Although it was brief, she was certain she had not misread it.

“I think I’ll just call you Brenda,” Allan said. It was a concession on his part; switching from Ms. Myers to Brenda was already quite a turn in his books.

Brenda was clearly not satisfied, but she chose not to dwell on it. Instead, she took a different approach for her next move. “Allan, you do remember that it’s my birthday next Saturday, right? It’s been ages since I hosted a birthday party. I’m throwing one this year, and you must attend, no matter what!”

“If I have time, then I’ll definitely be there.”

of business for years, immediately caught the underlying meaning in his words. Allan was saying he would attend out of mere courtesy, and perhaps due to their long-standing professional relationship. If work kept him busy that day, he wouldn’t hesitate to skip her party. Brenda’s eyes

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was a true professional. When it came to work, her focus was instant and absolute. She took the documents from Rachel and reviewed them as they walked to the elevator and headed back downstairs. By the time they reached

had to admit that Brenda was indeed very capable. The woman was straightforward and decisive, with a keen

Alban knocked on the

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up, she handed her car keys to Rachel and said, “I have something to attend to.