Chapter 46 Fly To See Her
The pen fell from Brian’s grip, hitting the desk with a sharp sound.
Rising suddenly, he fixed Ronald with a look of utter disbelief. “Say that again.”
Ronald’s response was terse. “Ms. Marsh’s plane is currently unreachable.”
“Get the jet ready,” said Brian, and he dashed from the room.
The aircraft trembled violently.
A steep descent threw everyone into chaos, their screams piercing the air.
Holding Jeffrey close, Rachel tried to protect him, her actions driven by pure instinct.
Fear gripped her entirely.
She shook all over, her hands were wet with perspiration, and her heart seemed stuck
in her throat.
The plane’s erratic drops continued, causing even Jeffrey to feel alarmed.
“Are we going to die?” asked Jeffrey, his voice small amid the turmoil.
Rachel confronted the concept of death more directly than ever before.
She held Jeffrey tight and whispered with forced calmness, “No, we won’t. You’re our lucky charm. We’ll make it through this.”
Yet, doubt gnawed at her certainty.
If their end was near, at least she could take Jeffrey to see their mother in heaven. She
was sure their mother had missed them dearly over the years.
As she faced these thoughts, Rachel realized her fear of dying wasn’t as overwhelming as she’d expected.
Instead, regret washed over her. Had she known her life would end on this flight, she wouldn’t have brought Jeffrey, Samira, or Trey.
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She would have visited Brian’s grandparents one more time, enjoying a pleasant
afternoon with Yvonne.
Above all, she wished she could say farewell to Brian. She would have given him, the man she cherished since her younger days, a smile and a heartfelt goodbye,
She would have departed silently.
That action would have been most appropriate.
The cries aboard the aircraft surged and ebbed, relentless as the sea.
The cabin was awash with wails, shrieks, and the raw sounds of despair.
Time stretched unbearably, each minute dragging into what seemed an eternity.
Rachel scarcely remembered enduring that ordeal.
She only recalled the flood of relief when the flight attendant declared they had made a safe emergency landing at an alternate airport, her clothes soaked with sweat by then.
Relief washed over everyone as the plane finally settled firmly on the runway.
Overwhelmed, many passengers wept openly.
Clutching Jeffrey close, Rachel let her own tears flow quietly.
Jeffrey hugged her back, his slender fingers gently wiping away her tears. “We’re… we’re safe now. We’re not going to die.”
“Yes, just like I promised, right? You’re our lucky charm; nothing bad will happen.”
“There, there. Don’t be sad.”
“I’m not sad. I’m just very, very happy.”
Once off the plane, they grabbed a bite at the airport diner to settle their nerves.
After settling down, they caught a train to Amberfield.
By the time they got there, night had already fallen.
Trey and Jeffrey were to share a room.
Before leaving Jeffrey with Trey, Rachel set clear expectations. “Trey, look after him, please. Call me if you need anything.”
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“Don’t fret. He’s in good hands with me.”
“Much appreciated!”
Upon returning to her own room, Rachel let herself fall onto the expansive bed.
A wave of fatigue from the day’s events overwhelmed her instantly.
She had just reached for her phone when a knock interrupted her thoughts.
Thinking it was just the hotel staff, Rachel casually opened the door.
However, the person before her left her rooted to the spot.
Brian here?
How was he here?
Her eyes locked on his, her mind suddenly a blank slate.
Almost instantly, she found herself enveloped in his familiar embrace, his scent enveloping her, providing an immediate comfort.
“Were you frightened?” His voice, unmistakable and reassuring, jolted Rachel from her
shock.
“Why are you here?” she asked, her voice thick with emotion.
“Why didn’t you let me know?” Brian’s hands gently cradled her face.
She sensed a slight tremor in his touch.
“I’m safe because we landed without incident. Also, there was no chance to call from
the plane,” she explained.
“But you still didn’t call me when the phone landed,” Brian said.
Rachel averted her eyes, breaking contact with his intense look.
Tears threatened to spill as she fought to keep her composure.
It wasn’t that she hadn’t considered reaching out.
At the height of her fear, Brian was the one she yearned to call.
His voice was the one she craved to hear once safety was assured.
Yet past letdowns had left her disheartened.
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Her bravery had waned.
“I figured you might be tied up with work. I didn’t want to impose,” she murmured.
Brian enveloped her in his arms, his silence speaking volumes.
He stayed the entire night.
Rachel made no request for him to leave.
They spent the night apart, each in their own bed.
By morning, Brian was up and dressed, signaling his readiness.
“Are you heading out?” Rachel asked, her voice reflecting her sudden concern.
Brian approached her. “You’re not continuing with the trip. We’re returning together.”
Rachel withdrew her hand gently. “You should head back first. Everything’s set here. I can’t just walk away from this project.”
“But you’re here by yourself. That worries me.” Brian expressed earnestly, his hands gripping her shoulders so firmly that his veins stood out.
“Yesterday’s events were simply a freak accident, something no one could foresee or control. With Samira and Trey around, I’m in good hands.”
At the mention of Trey, a tightness clamped around Brian’s heart. “You’ve got that intern with you too?”
Rachel confirmed with a small nod. “Yes, he’s here.”
At her affirmation, Brian’s hold on her wrist grew firmer, his face setting into a stern
mask.
The atmosphere turned cold noticeably, the warmth evaporating from his presence.
“Release me, you’re causing pain!” Rachel’s frown deepened as she tried to free herself.
“Do you really favor that intern so much that he must accompany you everywhere?” Brian’s voice carried a sharp edge as he posed the question that had been eating at him.
“Yes, he’s skilled and has a real eye for design. He could be a great asset to me. Plus, he’s good protection against any potential harassment.”
“Really?” Brian’s laugh was bitter. “Seems your tastes are quite… diverse.”
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“That they are, not nearly as limited as yours,” she retorted.
The air crackled with tension.
Both stood their ground, neither yielding.
The deadlock was interrupted by a knock. Ronald entered. “Mr. White, it’s time for your
meeting.”
Rachel looked up sharply, her eyes meeting Brian’s. “You’re here because there’s an important meeting you need to attend?”
Brian met her stare intently.
A heavy silence hung between them before he finally spoke, uttering a single, “Yes.”
Rachel’s hand shook slightly, then she balled it into a fist.
At that moment, she could feel her nails pressing into her skin, though the pain seemed
distant.
So, this was the reality. She scolded herself for foolishly believing he had traveled here out of concern for her. It dawned on her that she had read too much into his presence.
Brian’s primary reason was the meeting. Her encounter with him was merely
coincidental.
“Mr. White, we…” Ronald interjected, checking his watch.
Yet, Brian kept his gaze on Rachel. “Is there nothing you want to say?”
