Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 914:

Now, with Dora’s reminder, she was hit with the full weight of her neglect. Dora’s voice broke through her thoughts. “Daddy doesn’t want to celebrate his birthday,” she said quietly.

“Why not?” Rachel asked, her curiosity piqued.

“Uncle Ronald told me about Daddy’s birthday,” Dora started, her voice soft and serious. “He said something bad happened on that day, something that makes it too hard for Daddy to celebrate, so he hasn’t done it for a really long time. I really wanted to celebrate his birthday.”

Dora paused, gathering her thoughts. “I wanted to bring Daddy to see you that day so we could celebrate together, but he said you had something very important to do and needed to be alone. He also said we shouldn’t disturb you, or you’d be upset. So we didn’t come to you.”

Rachel, her heart heavy, asked anxiously, “Did he say anything else?”

to meet. Then, Dora’s words came slowly, as if choosing each one carefully. “I bought him a cake, but he didn’t eat any of it. He said cakes are only sweet when shared with

her throat, and tears welled up in her eyes, threatening

asleep, Rachel lay awake, her thoughts racing. Over the years, it felt as though she had been the one receiving, never fully giving back.

the stillness of the night, a sudden cry broke the silence. Dora’s voice echoed through the room, filled with fear and desperation. “Daddy! Don’t leave me!”

daughter with tender effort. Holding Dora close, she whispered soothing words, but Dora was desperate for the comfort only her father could provide. No matter how much

sweetheart, your dad is always here for you. How could he leave? He’ll never

to listen to you and not to miss him too much.” The intensity of Dora’s sobs deepened, each cry pulling at Rachel’s heart. Desperate to reassure the little girl, Rachel

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Brian didn’t pick up. He had always answered her calls without hesitation,