Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 1083:

“Got it,” Margie said, toning down her enthusiasm.

“See you in a bit,” Yvonne replied, ending the call. She tossed the blanket aside and climbed out of bed with renewed purpose, planning to shower and change.

“You’re heading out?” Norton asked as he watched her move around.

“Yes.” She was already halfway to the bathroom with her clothes in hand.

Norton leaned back with a sigh, pinching the bridge of his nose. She really didn’t know how to take it easy, did she? Still sick and already rushing back to work.

When Yvonne emerged, freshly showered and dressed, the soft clinking of porcelain drew her eyes to the table. A simple breakfast had been laid out.

and gestured to the meal. “Eat

already

Norton reached out and caught her hand. “You were still

the firmness in his voice softening her resolve. With a resigned breath, she

is really good.” Yvonne had intended to just taste it out of politeness and move

it especially for you,” Norton said quietly, watching as

two more spoonfuls, then set the spoon aside

have Leif drive you,” Norton said,

car took her to the hotel where Margie stayed. Margie was already waiting near the entrance, pacing

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pushed open the door and gave a small wave.

“You won’t believe it—there’s not a single decent restaurant around here!