NovelOnlineChapter 911:
Brian, who had been waiting in the car, didn’t move until Rachel spoke again. “Dora’s just getting better, and
since she wants you so much, why don’t you cup and keep her company?”
“Okay,” Brian said softly, his voice tinged with gratitude.
They walked upstairs, the ground slick from the light drizzle, the sound of rain tapping against the window
adding to the quiet intimacy of the moment. Once inside, Rachel gave Dora a warm bath, and afterwards, Brian
took charge of storytelling, gently lulling her to sleep.
Maybe it was the comfort of having her father close by, or the extra rest she’d gotten at the hospital, but tonight,
Dora seemed more lively than usual. She clung to Brian, asking for one story after another, not wanting the
moment to end.
Until late into the night, Dora finally surrendered to sleep, nestled in her father’s arms. Brian stayed by her side
for another half hour, waiting until he was sure Dora was sound asleep before gently withdrawing his arm,
careful not to disturb her. Meanwhile, Rachel had finished her shower and was in the living room. When she saw
Brian emerge, she approached him, her voice quiet.
“Is she asleep?”
Brian's eyes softened as he replied, “Yes. She’s been through a lot with her illness, and | know you've been
exhausted from the hospital. You need rest.” He slipped on his coat, preparing to leave. “I'm heading out now,
but don’t hesitate to callif you need anything.”
“Okay.” Rachel nodded, her steps slow as she walked toward the room, but an unfamiliar hesitation gripped her.
She stood there for a moment, listening to the rhythmic patter of the rain against the windows. Something in the
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtstillness made her pause. She turned back toward Brian.
“Wait!”
Brian halted, his body stiffening at her sudden words.
She looked at him, her expression softening as she spoke, a quiet vulnerability in her voice. “It’s getting late, and
the rain’s only getting worse. It's not safe to drive in these conditions. If you don’t mind, you can stay here in the
guest room.”
Brian stood frozen as though processing her offer before he nodded eagerly. His voice, usually so composed,
trembled slightly. “Okay.”
That night, Brian slept deeply, the kind of restful slumber that had eluded him for years. The quiet comfort of
being in a familiar place allowed him to let go, and he found himself drifting into the most peaceful sleep he'd
had in a long time.
000000 00 0000 0000000 @ O0wnov{(Odcom
Over the following months, their lives
seemed to naturally intertwine. When
something begins, there's often a
continuation, and so ener
growing en Bolas ection for
him only deepened, and Rachel's
heart softened with each passing
day. Brian found himself spending
more nights with them, and slowly, it
beccommon for him to be there
even before Rachel chome,
preparing dinner and settling in as
part of their routine. The content is
on novelenglish.net! Read the latest
chapter there!
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm
One Friday, a last-minute meeting
kept Rachel at the office late. When
she returned home, Brian had already
tucked Dora into bed. rat
this LL Brian ould ve left a little
slipper on the table for her, along
with a note reminding her to rest and
take care of herself. But tonight, she
found nothing. The absence of his
usual gesture caught her off guard,
and for reasons she couldn't explain,
a subtle disappointment crept into
her heart. The content is on
novelenglish.net! Read the latest
chapter there!
Visit our social media platform to read fascinating stories every day and connect with the community!
