Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 526:

Brian leaned forward attentively. “Of course, Grandma. What is it?”

Carol hesitated, then took a steady breath. “My health isn’t what it used to be, and honestly, I don’t know how much time I have left. I know I shouldn’t be rushing you two, but… my biggest wish is to see you get married.”

Her voice cracked slightly, but she held it together. “And if it’s not too much to ask… if I could see you have a child together, that would make me the happiest woman alive.”

Rachel froze, her heart stumbling in her chest.noveldrama

Carol smiled wistfully. “So… would it be possible to move the wedding date up a little? I’m afraid if we wait too long, I might not live to see it.” Her voice brimmed with sincerity, her heartfelt plea clear in every word.

Rachel’s breath hitched, completely caught off guard. She hadn’t expected Carol to make such a request, and now she found herself torn. “I…” she began hesitantly, only to feel Brian’s warm hand wrap around hers.

Without a moment’s pause, he turned to his grandmother and promised sincerely, “Grandma, I swear Rachel and I will reconsider the date.”

Carol’s face instantly lit up with joy. “Oh, that’s wonderful to hear.”

Later that evening, after ensuring Carol was comfortably settled, Brian and Rachel left the hospital together.

The night air was crisp, and silence lingered between them until Brian broke it.

“It’s late. Let me drive you home,” Brian said.

Rachel quickly shook her head. “That’s alright. I can easily catch a cab from here.”

Brian frowned. “It’s not safe to take a cab at this hour. Please, let me drive you.”

After a brief pause, Rachel finally relented. “Alright… thank you.” Just as they were about to leave, a sickly sweet voice rang out behind them. “Brian!”

Rachel froze. Before she could turn around, Tracy came rushing over, instantly latching onto his arm with practiced ease. “Brian, I’ve been looking everywhere for you! I called you so many times, but you never answered. How’s Carol doing? I really want to see her.”

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Brian’s jaw tensed as he subtly withdrew his arm from her grasp. His voice was firm but polite. “There’s no need. My grandma’s resting now, and she doesn’t need visitors.”

Tracy’s lips formed a pout, disappointment flashing across her face. “Aw, really? I’ve missed you so much these past few days. I’m absolutely starving right now. You owe me, so how about dinner and a walk to make it up to me?”

Brian opened his mouth to reply, but before he could, Rachel calmly interjected, “Since you already have plans with your girlfriend, I’ll leave you to your date. If Carol needs anything, just let me know.” Without giving him a chance to respond, she spun around and walked off, her pace steady and resolute.

As she approached the hospital entrance, the sharp sound of a car horn made her pause.

Her gaze darted toward the familiar license plate. It was Yvonne.

Relief flooded her chest as she rushed over, pulled open the door, and quickly slipped inside.

Yvonne, seated behind the wheel, gave her a concerned once-over. “You okay?”

Rachel sighed and sank into the seat. “I’m fine.”

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