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.

stepped out of her taxi. Not wanting to intrude, Brian followed from a respectful distance. As she walked

first, he wasn’t sure what she was doing—until he heard

a soft meow echoed

against the pavement as they eagerly surrounded her. Rachel’s face lit up with joy. “Look

of

she pulled out collapsible bowls, filled

no time diving into their meal with

strays for a while now.

letting her have this moment of peace. With the kittens, she seemed different—lighter, freer, happier. It had been

was a rare glimpse of her unguarded happiness, and he wished time would slow down, letting this moment

interrupted by a burst of excited chatter. “Oh my gosh! Look

group of college girls dashed past Brian, drawn in