Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 1104:

The moment lingered—quiet, intimate, disarming. Eventually, Yvonne managed to pull her hand free. She turned quickly toward the window, trying to focus on the scenery flashing past and not the rapid beat of her heart.

Beside her, Norton sat upright again, no longer distant. A faint smile played at the corners of his lips.

Later that evening, after dinner, Norton went upstairs to work. Yvonne remained downstairs, lounging on the sofa, feeling surprisingly at peace.

She reached for the remote, about to turn on the TV, when her phone buzzed. It was Morse.

She answered, and his voice came through, weak and hoarse. “Yvonne, I was supposed to accompany Mr. Marsh to the gala tonight, but I’ve come down with a fever. I’m at the hospital getting an IV…”

Yvonne sat up immediately. “Are you okay?”

“Much better,” Morse replied. “But… I was hoping you could help with something.”

She had a sinking feeling about what he

in turmoil. She had just told Norton she wasn’t going to the gala—and now, if she suddenly changed her mind, how would he

in her heart, Morse’s voice came

quickly. “Go ahead—I’m

sighed heavily over the phone. “I really wouldn’t ask if I had any other choice. This gala is huge for our magazine. After thinking it over, you’re the best person

but in the end, she just couldn’t bring herself to say no. She said gently,

thanked her

up, Yvonne stared at her phone, feeling a little conflicted. She bit her lip, debating whether to tell Norton. But… no. She didn’t want to risk upsetting him, not after the quiet moment they’d shared

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a sapphire gown from her closet,

in hand, a message popped up from Ethan. “Morse told me you’ll be going to the gala in his place. Need help with a gown?

back. “Thanks, but