Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 727:

Brian pulled out his wallet and handed the couple $1,000. He explained, “My girlfriend just left in the taxi ahead after an argument, and she’s furious with me. I need to catch up with her before things get worse. Please, I’d really appreciate your help.”

Hearing this, the woman in the car let her guard down and accepted the money.

Beaming with joy, the couple stepped out, hand in hand. Before leaving, they thanked Brian several times, clearly pleased with the unexpected windfall.

Brian, in turn, turned to the driver and was just as generous. “Sir, I’ll offer you $1,000 too. Can you catch up to the taxi ahead?”

The driver grinned with confidence. “Of course, I can. Don’t worry.”

Although the brief negotiation had cost him some time, the driver was skilled, and within minutes, they had caught up.

her taxi. Not wanting to intrude, Brian followed from a respectful distance. As she walked a short way, she suddenly veered

what she was doing—until he heard her

a soft meow

kittens soon followed, their tiny paws pattering against the pavement as they eagerly surrounded her.

of

she pulled out collapsible bowls, filled them with cat food, and set out fresh

into their meal

have been feeding these strays for a while now. She moved with such familiarity,

or try to get her attention. Instead, he simply stood there, watching quietly, letting her have this moment of peace. With the kittens, she

unguarded happiness, and he wished time would slow down, letting

burst of excited chatter. “Oh my gosh! Look at those adorable white kittens.

dashed past Brian,