Things That Break Us Read Online Michelle Heard

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A sob bursts over my lips, and I have to stop reading for a moment.

I’ve been wishing that I could talk to Rachel because I knew she would tell me what to do, and all this time, this letter has been lying on her dressing table.

Rachel understood me so well.

And while I’m asking favors, can you do me a big one? Can you always show Easton and Lainey to appreciate the little things so they don’t get swept up in all the glam?

Love them, Nova. Love them for both of us.

Also, you’ll see I’ve packed all my clothes. You’re welcome to take whatever you want. Especially the Dolce & Gabbana dress I wore to the Oscars when Easton won Best Actor. It’s my favorite, and I think you’ll look beautiful in it.

And for the love of God, please use my handbags. I spent a lot of time building the collection. Just let Lainey have the first pick, then you can go crazy. I hope you’ll think of me when you wear my clothes.

I think that’s everything.

If there is a way for me to watch over you, I’ll find it, so if you feel a sudden burst of love, that’s me hugging you.

I love you, Nova.

Thank you for being my best friend until the end.

Rach.

With tissues squashed to my nose, I reread the letter over and over while I sob my heart out.

I lie down on her bed and press my face into her pillow. Smelling Rachel, a sense of calm washes over me, and my sobs eventually lessen.

I promise I’ll live every day to the fullest in memory of you, Rach.

I take a few more breaths of her scent before I sit up again. I carefully tuck my letter back into the envelope. Climbing off the bed, I grab Easton’s letter and leave the room.

I head downstairs, and when I get close to the couch, Easton glances up. Instantly, worry tightens his features. “What’s wrong?”

I hold the envelope out to him. “Rachel wrote you a letter. I was going through the flash drives and envelopes when I found them.”

“Them?”

“She wrote one for me as well, hence my swollen eyes.”

He sets the script down, and while he takes the envelope, he stands up. “Thanks, Nova.”

I watch as he walks out onto the veranda before I take a seat on the couch.

Easton

I stare at Rachel’s handwriting, trying to build up the courage to read her last words to me. Over the past few weeks, I’ve done my best not to break down because I know she would have hated it.

I open the letter, and the instant I begin to read, my jaw clenches hard, and tears prick my eyes.

Hi, Easton.

I know I’ve said it a million times before, but damn, I totally won the lottery in the brother department. You are such an incredible man that you made it impossible for me to find love.

I compared every idiot I dated to you, and obviously, they paled in comparison. I want you to teach Lainey everything you taught me. Don’t let her settle for anyone who doesn’t measure up to your standards.

Now, let’s talk about Nova. Don’t let our world dim her light.

And for the love of God, if you haven’t told her how you feel about her yet, then get a move on. Life is too short to wait for the perfect moment.

Nova loves you. I’m breaking my promise to my best friend, but I feel it’s something you need to know. She’ll be scared to start a relationship with you, and she’ll put Lainey first. It’s Nova’s nature to sacrifice her own happiness for others, and it’s up to you to make sure she doesn’t.

I hate to admit it, but I’m pretty sure she loves you more than me and Lainey combined. Don’t let her slip through your fingers, or I swear, I will haunt you.

Shocked, I reread the words. I know Nova is attracted to me and she cares, but reading that she loves me is the final push I needed.

Come hell or high water, I’m going to keep fighting for a relationship with Nova.

Let’s get back to you. I wish you everything that’s beautiful in this life. I hope you get to become a father and hold your own baby in your arms. (Even better if Nova’s the mother)

PS. You’re not getting any younger. Just thought I’d remind you.

God, what else can I tell the man who’s taught me everything I know? Who’s given me the world? Who’s loved me so unconditionally since the day I was born, I’m sure I’ll still feel it in the afterlife?

Thank you isn’t enough.

It will never be enough.

I love you, Easton.

Your baby sister, Rach.

I let out a shuddering breath and wipe the tears from my cheeks before I glance out over the yard that’s lit up with garden lights.


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