Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 1074:

In the car, Norton sat in the back seat, gazing at the empty spot beside him. The one Yvonne usually occupied. Without her, it felt strangely hollow.

Then, his thoughts churned as Zola’s words replayed in his mind. Yvonne had made the fruit platter herself. Carefully, thoughtfully—just for him. She’d come to his door, trying to mend the rift between them. And he’d missed it. Because he’d fallen asleep.

He rubbed his temples, the weight of regret pressing down harder with each passing second. Why did he have to fall asleep at that moment?

The city rolled by beyond the window.

Then, without looking up, Norton spoke in a low voice. “Take me to the airport.”

The driver didn’t question it. He simply changed direction and headed for the airport.

eyes closed, unsure of what he was doing—but certain of one thing. He needed to

airport. Margie was already at the entrance, waving

Hurry up!”

lightly and jogged over. “We’ve still got time, Margie. Why the rush?” She smiled, but the worry hadn’t left her

along, chatting away, but Yvonne only half-listened. Clutching her boarding pass, Yvonne checked her phone again. There

forced a sad smile and turned off the phone. It didn’t

large display screen showed her flight number. It was time for her

with Margie, her heart heavy as the gate closed behind them. The plane climbed into

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the airport moments too late. He stepped out of the car just in time to see her flight soaring above him, shrinking into the

he just stood there—quiet, unmoving—lost