Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 476:

Rachel didn’t realize how her casual response might be misinterpreted. At that moment, the implication eluded her entirely.

“Once the ointment takes effect, you’ll experience some relief. Ensure you keep these wounds dry for several days. Additionally, take the prescribed medication twice daily.”

After applying the ointment, the doctor provided Rachel with additional instructions while prescribing medication for her.

“Actually, something piques my curiosity. May I ask you a question?” the doctor asked while finishing up the prescription.

“Of course.”

“Most women, when injured, express significant concern about potential scarring. Yet you seem remarkably unconcerned. You haven’t even inquired about it.”

Rachel forced a smile. “I don’t particularly care about that.”

Previously, when her health had been intact, she would have worried deeply about her appearance and agonized over scars.

But now, with the knowledge that her time was limited, the prospect of scars seemed utterly inconsequential.

After donning her jacket, Rachel moved toward the exit. When she pulled the door open, she found Andres already waiting outside.

“How are you feeling?” he asked, immediately rising to approach her.

“The wounds have been treated. I just need to apply the ointment regularly.”

“Alright, I’ll take you home.”

“Take me to the hotel instead. I want to stay there for a few days.”

Andres immediately understood. “You’re worried Jeffrey will get anxious, aren’t you?”

Rachel nodded.

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 g⍺𝗅𝗇𝗈ν𝖊𝗅𝘴﹐ⅽ𝗈𝗺

They had only taken a few steps when a group of uniformed officers suddenly blocked their path.

“Officers, is something wrong?” Andres asked, keeping his tone polite.

“We received a report about a case of domestic abuse,” one officer stated. “We’ll need you to come with us to assist in the investigation.”

Andres blinked, momentarily caught off guard. “Domestic abuse?”

His voice, though calm, carried an unmistakable note of disbelief. A few passersby glanced over, their curiosity piqued. Even someone as composed as Andres couldn’t help but stiffen under the weight of unexpected scrutiny.

Rachel quickly pieced everything together. Without wasting a second, she turned to Andres and said, “Mr. Garrett, stay here for a moment.” Without waiting for a response, she hurried back to the doctor’s office and explained the situation.

A moment later, the doctor followed her outside and quickly cleared up the misunderstanding with the police. Once the officers were satisfied with the explanation, they left without further trouble.

The doctor turned to Andres with an apologetic expression. “Sir, I’m truly sorry. I assumed she was in danger and acted without thinking. I didn’t expect you two to actually just be friends. It’s not every day you see a friend as considerate as you.”

Andres curved his lips into a faint smile, though his eyes remained cold. “It’s also not every day you meet a doctor as ‘considerate’ as you.” The sarcasm in his voice was unmistakable, and the doctor could only manage an awkward chuckle in response.

Rachel sighed and stepped in to ease the tension.

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