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Imanol remains silent for a moment, he is disturbed, because his mother looked in perfect condition this morning and now he is given this unfortunate news. After a few seconds that his mind went blank, he told the employee that he will be at the clinic right away to be by her side.

His world has fallen apart, his mother is all he has and now he is in poor health and fears losing her. His hands are shaking with fear as he presses down hard on the steering wheel.

-What happened, boss,” asked the girl in the passenger seat.

-I'm sorry, Jandé, I know you're just my assistant at work. But now I need to take a detour because my mother needs me, although if you feel able to meet with the investors, tell me and I'll give you money to go in a cab and then I'll send a driver to take you to the meeting place.

-No, sir, well, I know I am capable of dialoguing with them without any problem. But at this moment I feel you are out of your mind and I would like to accompany you if you allow me to do so.

Uh, well. I think I'd better take back what I said, it's not a good idea, his wife or girlfriend is the one who should be by his side and not his assistant. -In a matter of seconds, the young woman recognized her mistake and apologized, however, that was very sweet for the boss.

-Oh, no, I thank you if you want to accompany me, it is a very nice gesture on your part. We will move the meeting to another day, please contact them and excuse us. -he asked.

Soon they arrived at the clinic, the doctor received them attentively and informed Imanol about his mother's situation.

-She is in a very serious condition and it is likely that she has very little time left to live. You must please her in everything she asks of you from now on. -These are the doctor's words that now resonate in Imanol's mind, making it cloud white. Fortunately, Jandé is at his side and rubs his back to comfort him.

-Can you come with me to see her? I mean, I know you heard the doctor say that her condition is delicate. Believe me, even though I look like a strong man, but I... I'm not able to look her in the eyes knowing that she'll be leaving soon. -He asked with his face unhinged.

-Of course, boss, I'm going with you. -Jandé answered, although in his mind he wondered what the doctor told Imanol in private with the intention of not letting her hear the first thing he informed him.

Imanol thanked him silently. Inwardly he promises that he will seek out the best doctors to check his mother and get another opinion on the progress of her disease. He does not intend to remain half-hearted or do nothing, before entering he made a phone call and asked to investigate which are the best hospitals abroad.

He opened the door to the ward and showed the girl in first. His heart ached as never before as he saw his mother lying on a stretcher with white sheets as a symbol of health and sickness.

-Son, you have come to see this poor dying woman! -Mrs. Melissa spoke in a barely audible voice.

-Don't say that, Mama. You will have life for many years to come, and you will continue to scold me for all my faults committed. -Her son pointed out, his voice cracking.

-It's not true, I'm about to leave this world. I hope the doctor has made you aware of my request for you, I am forbidden to talk too much and he promised to take care of it.

-Oh, yes, Mom. I was just on my way to the gynecologist with my girlfriend when the clerk informed me of your situation. Let me introduce you to my girlfriend and your grandson who is in her womb.

Imanol suddenly announced, leaving Jandé with his mouth open and wanting to slap him for being a liar and shameless for having used her in his theater in front of a terminally ill patient.

-I'm going to be a grandmother!” exclaimed Mrs. Melissa, now with a different countenance, full of emotion and tranquility.

This is the best news I have received this day. Welcome to the family, dear daughter-in-law. Mrs. Melissa expressed with a smile, at the same time that she extended her hand for her daughter-in-law to take it.

I believe that you, with this great news, have given me one more year of life, after the doctors do not give me hope of living for a long time. -The lady celebrated.

Jandé is confused and feels used by Imanol. He has passed her off as his girlfriend without her consent and has diagnosed her with a non-existent pregnancy.

She pretends to be happy to meet the mother-in-law; however, in her mind a series of claims for Imanol develops and she is just waiting to be alone to do so.

-Mom, I must leave you for a moment to rest, we will be outside when you need us.

-It's okay, son, what's more, take your girl to the gynecologist at this clinic. You told me that you were looking for one, look for one here, I am anxious to know the state of my grandson's health. -said the old woman.

Imanol feels unhappy for lying to his mother. He has always sworn to her that he will never fall in love and now he has to suddenly introduce his assistant, making him believe that she is the mother of his son who is on the way.

-What's wrong with you, boss, why did you lie to his mother,” Jandé demanded in annoyance as they left the room.

-The doctor told me that my mother's wish before she dies is for me to have a son, she wants to meet my offspring. -Imanol confessed with a sigh that showed his helplessness.

At that moment the only thing that came to my mind was that you could help me. Anyway, you already have problems in your marriage and you are completely trustworthy, that is, you won't go around spreading the rumor and you will save me the time of looking for someone else.

I am willing to help you in any way I can. If you want a divorce, I'll make sure you get it without a problem. You want money? I have plenty of it and I'll give you whatever you ask for.

It would be a win-win for both of us, what do you say?