Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 1124:

Norton chuckled, nodding as he opened the box to reveal its glittering contents. “Do you like it?”

Her eyes sparkled as she gazed at the necklace nestled in the box—a dreamy pink diamond framed by delicate, intricate filigree. Its playful elegance shimmered beneath the light, surrounded by smaller diamonds that danced with brilliance.

“I love it! Norton, you’re amazing!” she exclaimed, her fingers gliding over the gem as if committing every detail to memory.

Norton’s lips curved into a soft smile as he watched her admiration bloom. “I’m glad you like it.”

“Let me try it on!” she said eagerly, practically glowing.

He carefully lifted the necklace and stepped behind her, fastening the clasp with steady hands.

As he worked, she caught her reflection in the mirror.

the moment felt transformed—his presence cloaked her like warmth, and the necklace added a touch

beauty radiated with the quiet grace she already

reflection, clearly pleased. “Alright, take it off for now,”

removing the necklace and placing it

Yvonne suddenly turned and wrapped

pulled back and bolted from the bathroom in a flurry of awkward grace,

soft, knowing smile tugged at

what she’d just done, felt the warmth crawl up her cheeks. Her

“You should go home and rest. And bring some food back for Edmond and me while you’re at it.

books available

remote—anything to avoid eye

chuckled softly, picking up the remote from the bedside table and holding it

“How

handing it to her and giving her cheek a light pinch before stepping