Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 1155:

Yvonne kept herself busy, knowing she couldn’t afford to lose focus now. But later, during a short break in the break room, she couldn’t help herself—she took out her phone again. The harsh words she read stung like fresh wounds.

After a few seconds of staring at the screen, she gave in and dialed Norton’s number.

Instead of him, Leif answered. “Hello, Mrs. Burke. This is Leif. Mr. Burke is in a meeting at the moment. Would you like me to pass on a message?”

Yvonne was quiet for a moment before answering softly, “No, that’s all right.”

She smiled faintly, deciding there was no need to trouble Norton with something so small. She went back to her desk, brushing the whole thing aside.

Hours later, her phone buzzed with a message from Norton. “Just finished the meeting. I’ll be traveling for the next few days. Heard that you called earlier—was something wrong? Or did you just miss me?”

A small smile tugged at Yvonne’s lips as she pictured the look on his face while typing.

She typed back, “It’s nothing. Take care, and safe travels.”

had hoped the online chaos would die down after a day or two, but

had no choice but

past few days, she had been taking cabs

froze. A crowd had gathered outside the building, holding signs and shouting things like, “No shortcuts! Fire Yvonne

to hold

unsure of what to do next. Then a familiar voice

“Come with me.”

gently took her by the arm and led her

tales on

at her desk, Yvonne sat still, her thoughts scattered. Everything

and checked what was being said online. The comments were harsh,

to set her phone down when

sharp, angry voice exploded through

shame! How can you still show up at