"Hey, Mateo! Where are you, man?" Kelvin's voice echoed through the speaker.With a focused tone, Mateo replied, "I'm on my way to the office. Is everything alright?"Kelvin's voice sounded weary on the other end, "I'm so bored, man. Finished all my work, and there's nothing to do. Any suggestions?"A sigh escaped Mateo's lips, realizing he couldn't offer his friend the relief he sought. "Sorry, Kelvin, but I've got heaps of work to tackle today. I won't be able to hang out."Kelvin's voice brightened with a hint of mischief, "Well, how about I come to your office then? Maybe we can figure something out together?"Mateo hesitated for a moment, contemplating the workload before him. He knew he'd have to make time for his friend. "Actually, that might work. I have a few things I need to discuss with you too."Kelvin's excitement was heightened as he declared, "Great! I'll be there in a jiffy. See you soon, buddy!" And with that, the call ended.Upon arriving at his company, Mateo was gr
Mateo's voice trembled with love and anguish. "Kelvin, you know how much I love Ariana. I would do anything for her, anything she asks of me. But..." He paused, pointing towards the documents in Kelvin's hand, his eyes brimming with emotion. "I can't do this for her. Never."Kelvin's face softened, understanding the depth of Mateo's conflicted emotions. "Mateo, love can be a powerful force, but there are limits. You can't sacrifice your rights as a father, especially when it comes to the well-being of your child."Mateo nodded. "I know, Kelvin. It tears me apart, but I can't let go of my responsibility as a father. Our child deserves to have both parents in their life, and I won't compromise on that."Kelvin reached out, placing a comforting hand on Mateo's shoulder. "Mateo, I understand the pain you're going through. But remember, love also means protecting and fighting for what is right. You're doing the best thing for your child by standing your ground."Mateo couldn't contain his
Kelvin was taken aback when Mateo exclaimed, "it's my mom calling!" Curious, Kelvin replied, "What a coincidence!" Mateo picked up the call and greeted his mother, "Hi, Mom!" Mrs. Hendrix asked Mateo how he was doing, expressing her concern that she hadn't heard from him in days. Mateo reassured her, "I'm fine, Mom. I've just been really busy." Apologetically, he added, "I'm sorry if it seemed like I forgot about you and Dad." Curious about Mateo's medical condition, Mrs. Hendrix inquired, "How's your sperm production going? Did Doctor Hannah say anything?" Mateo replied with a smile, "It's progressing slowly mom, and it's going well. I'll be coming home this evening to talk to both you and Dad about something." Detecting a hint of worry in his voice, Mateo's mom asked, "Is everything alright?" With a calm tone, Mateo assured her, "Yes, Mom, everything is fine. I just need to discuss something with you and Dad."Concerned, Mrs. Hendrix pressed further, "Are you sure you're rea
Taking a moment to compose himself, Mateo launched into his story, his words flowing with excitement and nervousness. "You remember Ariana, right? The girl I met back in Fashion school, the girl's name I wrote in every part of my book?" he began. "Well, something incredible happened. After years apart, It's as if fate brought us back together, and we reconnected."His parents listened intently, their expressions alternating between surprise and curiosity. "And...?" his father prompted, unable to contain his curiosity.Taking a deep breath, Mateo continued, "Ariana is pregnant, and I'm going to be a father." The room fell silent, the weight of his words hanging in the air.For a brief moment, Mr. and Mrs. Hendrix were speechless, their minds grappling to comprehend the magnitude of the news. Then, a wide smile spread across Mrs. Hendrix's face, her eyes shimmering with tears of joy. "Oh, Mateo!" she exclaimed, her voice brimming with happiness. "That's the most wonderful news ever!"Ov
Ariana stood there, her mind swirling with shock and uncertainty. Julia, sensing her friend's unease, pressed further. "Are you sure that was Mateo's mom?" she asked, her eyes filled with concern.Ariana nodded, her voice trembling slightly. "Yes, Julia. It was his mom," she confirmed, her words laced with a hint of disbelief. The weight of the situation began to sink in for Ariana.Julia's eyebrows furrowed as she contemplated the implications. "Mateo must have informed his parents about the pregnancy and Child custody," she suggested, her voice tinged with a touch of apprehension.Ariana's eyes widened slightly as the gravity of the situation became clearer. "You're right," she replied, her voice filled with worry and realization. "Mateo is their only child, and this child I'm carrying is their first grandchild."Julia's words took on a more serious tone as she continued, "What if Mateo's mom wants you to give birth to the child and hand it over to them? The law might favor Mateo in
Julia nodded approvingly, a small smile playing on her lips. "I'm glad you're starting to see the bigger picture, Ariana. It's never an easy decision, but by considering the feelings and well-being of both parties involved, you'll be able to solve this situation with more compassion and wisdom."Julia gazed intently at Ariana, her eyes searching. "Ariana, I need you to be true to yourself," she said softly. "Do you have any feelings for Mateo?"Ariana's eyes met Julia's, and a moment of hesitation hung in the air. She took a deep breath, her voice barely above a whisper. "Yes," she admitted, her words laced with vulnerability. "I... I do like Mateo."Julia furrowed her brow, her voice gentle yet inquisitive. "Ariana, if you have feelings for Mateo, why don't you want him to be a part of your life? Have you considered having a relationship with him?"Ariana shifted uncomfortably, her eyes darting away momentarily before meeting Julia's gaze. "I've thought about it," she replied, her vo
Julia nodded, a hint of understanding crossing her features. "Alright if you say so" she responded, her tone conveying acceptance. She knew how important this moment was for Ariana.As Ariana prepared to leave, a flicker of doubt crossed her mind. She turned to Julia, her brows furrowing slightly. "Do you have any advice for me?" she asked.Julia paused for a moment, her expression thoughtful. Finally, she shook her head gently. "No, I don't," she replied honestly. "You've made your choice, Ariana. Now it's time to embrace it and see where it takes you."Ariana absorbed Julia's words, her brows furrowing in frustration. Anger simmered on her face as she turned to Julia, her voice laced with indignation. "Such a spoilt brat for a friend," she muttered under her breath, unable to contain her frustration any longer. With a heavy sigh, she flung the door open and walked out.Arriving at Likb restaurant, Ariana stepped inside, her eyes scanning the room. The ambiance was warm and inviting,
With a sigh, Mrs. Hendrix replied, "Talking to Ariana wasn't as difficult as I thought it would be. She's made up her mind about the child custody issue. She's accepted that you both have to take care of the child together, but she doesn't want a relationship with you."Mateo nodded, his expression disappointed and understanding. "I did my best to explain to her and show her that I truly love her and would never hurt her. But it seems like she didn't hear a word I said."Mrs. Hendrix observed her son's dejected demeanor and placed a comforting hand on his shoulder. "I know how much you care for her, Mateo, but sometimes people make decisions based on their own fears and insecurities. It's not easy, but we have to respect Ariana's choice and focus on you both supporting each other and raising the child together."Mateo looked up at his mother, gratitude shown in his eyes. "You're right, Mom. Our priority should be the well-being of the child. I'll do my best to be there for the child"