Confusion clouded Mateo's face as he sought to grasp her reasoning. "Then why are you offering your bed to me?" he asked, his voice tinged with curiosity and vulnerability.Ariana's gaze met his, her eyes holding steadfast determination. "Because," she responded, her voice laced with sincerity, "you are the father of my baby. I believe in you, Mateo. I trust that you won't do anything harmful to me or our child."Mateo's brows furrowed slightly, pondering her words. He felt emotions swirling within him, gratitude, responsibility, and a glimmer of hope. "So, you're accepting me into your life and the life of our child?" Mateo inquired, his voice carrying a thread of longing.Ariana's eyes darted away briefly, her reply filled with a touch of sadness. "No," she stated softly, "I still need to fight for child custody, Mateo. It's not an easy decision to make."Mateo nodded, his expression reflecting a blend of understanding and acceptance. Deep down, he had hoped for a different response
"Good morning," Mateo replied, his voice filled with tenderness. Ariana took a deep breath, her voice tinged with a touch of concern. "Mateo, I need to talk to you about what Doctor Hannah said a minute ago. She mentioned something about the child's ultrasound and CT scan."Mateo's expression grew serious as he listened attentively. "What did she say, Ariana?" Mateo asked even though he heard.Ariana's gaze softened, her eyes searching for support. "She wants us to come to the hospital for the baby's ultrasound and CT scan. She wants to make sure everything is fine and she said it was today ."Matoe smiled reassuringly and replied, "Don't worry, Ariana. I'll be right by your side. I'll definitely take you to the hospital for the baby's ultrasound and CT scan".Ariana nodded and Ariana slowly rose from the bed, her determination shining through her tired eyes. She made her way to the living room, carrying a heavy weight of responsibility on her shoulders. As she reached for the Cleane
Ariana saw an opportunity to bring some semblance of unity to the situation. "Why don't we all sit down and have breakfast together?" she suggested, gesturing towards the dining table.Julia and Mateo nodded in agreement, understanding the significance of this gesture. They joined Ariana at the dining table, the air still laced with tension but also a glimmer of hope.As they sat together, the aroma of the freshly prepared meal filled the room, creating a sense of warmth and comfort. Ariana glanced at Julia and Mateo.With each bite, the tension gradually dissipated, replaced by a shared understanding and a willingness to face the future together, despite the complexities that lay ahead.After finishing their meal, Julia turned to Ariana and asked, "Are you heading to your Fashion home later?"Ariana shook her head and replied, "No, I'm actually going to the hospital with Mateo for the baby's ultrasound. Doctor Hannah called me this morning."Julia smiled and said, "Oh, that's wonderf
Mateo's smile widened, filled with a deep affection for Ariana and the unborn child. He responded with a heartfelt assurance, "Doctor Hannah, I will take care of Ariana and the baby. Their well-being is my priority."Doctor Hannah nodded, satisfied with their commitment and determination. She emphasized the significance of their united efforts in nurturing a healthy pregnancy. Her words echoed with a sense of encouragement and responsibility.Once their discussion with Doctor Hannah concluded, Mateo, Ariana, and Julia made their way back to Mateo's car. They climbed in, the atmosphere filled with contentment and eagerness to return home. Mateo took the wheel, ready to drop Ariana and Julia off at Ariana's Fashion home.As they drove along the familiar streets, Mateo turned to Ariana, his voice filled with a gentle concern, "Don't forget to eat a proper lunch, Ariana, and make sure you take your medication. It's important for your health and the baby's."Ariana nodded, appreciating Mat
"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
Prison authorities swiftly responded to the disturbance, rushing to the scene. The sight that awaited them was one of grim and chilling brutality. Susan lay motionless, her life snuffed out by the senseless act of her fellow inmate. The drug addict, overwhelmed by regret and the harsh reality of what she had done, stood trembling amidst the aftermath of her impulsive violence.In the aftermath of this tragic event, the prison was thrown into disarray. Investigations would be launched to uncover the circumstances surrounding Susan's death. Whispers would echo through the prison corridors, carrying tales of a life cut short and the consequences of a life marred by conflict and addiction.Susan Miller's journey had reached an abrupt and violent end, serving as a stark reminder of the repercussions that can arise from a life of turmoil and deceit.Kelvin and Julia found themselves in Mateo's home together to visit with a gift brought for the newborn baby. As the delicate infant lay in the
The nurse, enticed by the bribe, reluctantly agreed to carry out Susan's nefarious scheme. With a wicked smile, Susan instructed the nurse to swap the newborn baby in Ariana's room with a deceased male child, a macabre plan designed to further manipulate the unsuspecting couple.As Ariana, exhausted from the labor, finally succumbed to sleep, unaware of the looming threat, the nurse seized the opportunity. She discreetly made her way to the neighboring ward, where a male baby lay, destined to be taken to the morgue. In the darkened corridors, the nurse's footsteps echoed with a chilling purpose.Mateo, feeling exhausted himself, reluctantly obeyed the doctor's advice and left Ariana and their newborn alone to rest. Ariana, completely drained from the birthing process, finally succumbed to sleep, unaware of the tragic events that were about to unfold.In the silence of the dimly lit room, the nurse, carrying the lifeless baby, stealthily entered. She carefully placed the tiny, motionle
"Susan, it's me, Mateo. We need to talk."Startled, Susan opened the door, thinking it was her mom since she never fathomed that Mateo would come to her place but then her face instantly contorted with surprise after saying. "Yes, Mom?" she began, but then attempted to play innocent.However, Mateo saw through her facade. He swiftly pushed past her, entering the room and closing the door behind him, cutting off any means of escape."Susan, enough with the act. I know it was you who sent me those photos. I know you planted doubts in Ariana's mind," Mateo confronted her, his voice laced with anger and disappointment.Susan's eyes widened, her composure crumbling under Mateo's accusation. She desperately tried to shut the door, but Mateo's determination prevailed as he overpowered her, pushing it back open.Trembling, Susan met Mateo's gaze, her voice filled with unease and admission. "Yes, it was me. I sent you those photos. I wanted to create doubts in Ariana's mind. I approached her
It was a weight she couldn't bear alone.In the midst of her frequent anguish, Ariana's best friend, Julia, burst into the room, concern etched on her face. "Ariana! Oh my God, what happened again why the tears?" she exclaimed, rushing to her side.Ariana looked up, her tear-stained face a reflection of her shattered heart. "He... he accused me of betraying him, Julia. It's all falling apart, everything has fallen apart," she choked out between sobs.Julia wrapped her arms around Ariana, holding her tightly. "I'm so sorry, my dear. But remember, you are strong, and you have a support system who loves you," she whispered, her voice filled with empathy.Ariana's mother, stepfather, and sister, Ava, soon joined them, their concern shown on their faces. They enveloped Ariana in a cocoon of love and comfort, their presence a soothing balm to her wounded soul.Her mother gently brushed away the tears from Ariana's cheeks. "Darling, you are resilient. You have faced adversity before, and you
the hurt and anger in her eyes as she pushed Derek away and demanded him to leave.Mateo sat in his office, his mind racing as he desperately tried to find a way to make Ariana understand that he had never cheated on her. He replayed their argument in his head. her accusation crushed him, and he felt frustration and helplessness.As he stared at his phone, lost in his thoughts, a notification suddenly interrupted his inner turmoil. His heart skipped a beat as he saw a photo message from an unknown number. With trembling hands, he hesitantly opened the message, unaware of the shock that awaited him.The image slowly loaded on his phone screen, and his eyes widened in disbelief. It was a picture of Ariana, wrapped in the arms of another man. The world around him seemed to fade away as the truth hit him like a tidal wave. Betrayal and confusion washed over him, leaving him paralyzed.Speechless, Mateo muttered to himself, "No... it can't be." He stared at the photo, desperately searching
Kelvin wasted no time and dialed Julia's number, hoping to gain insight into the reasons behind Ariana's sudden departure. Julia picked up on the first ring, her tone laced with disbelief and disappointment. "I can't believe your friend would do something like this," she vented to Kelvin, her voice tinged with anger. "Ariana loved him, and she is carrying his child. How could he cheat on her not once, but twice?"Kelvin's eyebrows furrowed, his heart sinking at the accusation. "Julia, that's not what happened," he countered earnestly, desperately attempting to defend his friend. "There must be some misunderstanding. Mateo wouldn't do something like that."Julia's voice remained firm, her words cutting through Kelvin's attempts to reason. "Mateo has already caused enough damage," she retorted sharply. "There's no need for him to try and lie his way out of this again."Kelvin's mind raced, torn between loyalty to his friend and Julia's accusations. He knew he had to solve this delicate
Ariana shook her head, her voice breaking with sadness and resolute decision. "No, Mateo. It's too late. I can't bear this pain any longer."Feeling helpless, Mateo watched as Ariana turned away, her attention now focused on her phone. She dialed a familiar number, and within seconds, Julia's voice filled the line. "Hello, girl, what's up?" Julia's cheerful tone was replaced with concern as she detected Ariana's sobs. "Babe, what is it? What's wrong?"Ariana's voice hitched as she struggled to speak through her tears. "Please, Julia, come pick me up at Mateo's place. I can't stay here any longer."Julia's voice brimmed with urgency and support. "Of course, I'll be there soon. Hold on, okay?"Ariana sniffled, her voice filled with gratitude and desperation. "Alright, thank you, Julia." With those words, she hung up and wiped away her tears, her resolve renewed. Grabbing her luggage, she made her way towards the door, leaving behind the remnants of a love that had crumbled under betraya
The flickering lamplight cast long shadows across the room, mirroring the turmoil within Ariana's heart. The evening stretched on, seemingly endless, as Ariana remained motionless on the couch, lost in her thoughts and consumed by the rawness of her emotions. The tears continued to fall, each drop a testament to the shattered dreams and the love that had turned to ashes.Mateo gripped the steering wheel tightly, his foot pressing down on the accelerator as he sped through the darkened streets towards home. The distance from the hotel to his house seemed interminable, each passing mile elongating the guilt that weighed heavy on his conscience. His heart raced with anxiety and anticipation, unsure of what awaited him.Finally, Mateo arrived and the imposing gate swung open, revealing the familiar sight of his residence. He parked his car in the dimly lit parking lot, his hands trembling as he turned off the engine. Taking a deep breath, he mustered the courage to face the consequences o
The clock has just struck 9 p.m. already, casting a dim very dark glow across the airport's arrival area. Weary travelers shuffled towards the exit, eager to leave the confines of the plane. Among them emerged Tony, stepping onto solid ground after enduring the lengthy delay. Spotting Mateo waiting patiently, the weariness lifted from both their faces as they embraced each other warmly. "I'm really sorry for making you wait for hours, Mateo," Tony apologized sincerely, his voice filled with remorse.Mateo, in his response, simply shook his head and smiled. "No problem at all, Tony. We've weathered storms together, both literally and otherwise. This is just another bump in the road."Tony's eyes softened with gratitude, appreciating Mateo's support. the delay and the strain it had caused began to dissipate as they exchanged a few lighthearted remarks, easing the tension that had accumulated during their separation.Curious about Tony's accommodation plans, Mateo inquired, "Have you