Impressed by her dedication, Ariana nodded approvingly. "That's commendable. Now, could you share an example of a design project you've successfully completed? Something that showcases your unique style?"The candidate's eyes sparkled with excitement as she began to describe her notable achievement. She spoke passionately about a breathtaking evening gown she had created, incorporating lacework and a stunning silhouette that had garnered praise and attention at a prestigious fashion event.As the first interview concluded, Ariana thanked the candidate for her time and asked her to wait outside momentarily. With a smile, she turned her attention to the second aspirant, who appeared more reserved but equally determined."Tell me," Ariana began, her voice softening to create a comfortable atmosphere, "why do you wish to work for my fashion house? What draws you to it?"The second candidate, a poised and articulate young woman, leaned forward, her eyes filled with conviction. "Ma, your im
Another male coworker joined the conversation, his voice tinged with speculation. "But what if she's already in a relationship with Kelvin? I mean, no man in his right mind would let someone that beautiful slip away, right?""I think so," replied another colleague. "If she's as gorgeous as they say, Kelvin wouldn't be foolish to let her go."Julia stood there, silently taking in their discussions, her mind a whirlwind of conflicting thoughts and emotions. She pondered her own position in the office and the potential implications of this striking newcomer's presence.Lost in her contemplation, Julia felt a surge of jealousy course through her veins as Kelvin's office door swung open. The enchanting lady emerged, captivating the attention of everyone present. One by one, her colleagues dispersed, leaving Julia standing alone, her gaze fixed on the breathtaking figure before her.It was undeniable. The rumors were true. The new secretary possessed a beauty that seemed to surpass all expe
"Please," Sonia implored, her voice trembling with vulnerability. "I can't go there right now. I've been crying, and I don't want our Boss to see me like this. Please, just help me out."After a brief moment of contemplation, the male colleague relented, moved by Sonia's shown distress. He nodded and agreed to assist her, offering her a small, understanding smile. Taking the responsibility upon himself, he took the documents from Sonia's trembling hands and made his way to Mateo's office.A soft knock on Mateo's door interrupted his concentration, prompting him to invite the visitor inside. The male colleague entered, his expression neutral but carrying a sense of empathy. He approached Mateo and handed over the requested documents, a subtle indication of Sonia's fragile state.Curios, Mateo glanced up from his desk, his gaze falling upon the colleague. "Is Sonia back?" he inquired, concern lacing his voice. "Did you see her?"The colleague nodded, his eyes reflecting the worry he had
Oh, not again." Kelvin sighed, his voice tinged with frustration. "Julia, I didn't tell you I was busy because of my new secretary Jenny," he explained. "I told you I was busy because it was the deadline to change some things in the launched game, that's all."A sudden smile played on Kelvin's lips as he took a step closer to Julia, his hand gently resting on her waist. "Don't tell me you're jealous," he teased amusely.Julia remained silent, her expression that of annoyance. She averted her gaze, unsure of how to respond to Kelvin's teasing gesture. Her mind raced with conflicting emotions, wondering if her feelings were justified or if she was simply overreacting.Julia's eyes narrowed as she shook her head defiantly. "I'm not jealous," she retorted, her voice tinged with defiance. "Why would I be?"Kelvin's playful smile widened, and he took a step closer, his eyes locked with hers. "Oh, Julia, don't deny it," he replied, his voice filled with a hint of triumph. "I'm happy you're j
As she entered her home, Julia couldn't help but reflect on the evening they had shared. The worries and doubts that had once clouded her mind were replaced with hope and the assurance that love had found its way into her life.With a sigh of contentment, Julia settled into her bed, her thoughts consumed by Kelvin and the remarkable evening they had had this evening. Sleep claimed her, carrying her into a dream-filled slumber, where visions of a future filled with love and endless possibilities danced in her mind.****In the soft morning light, Mateo and Ariana lay peacefully intertwined on the bed, their bodies still enveloped in the warmth of sleep. The silence of the moment was abruptly shattered by the persistent ringing of Mateo's phone. He stirred, groggily awakening from his slumber, and reached for his phone, blinking away drowsiness from sleep.As Mateo glanced at the screen, his eyes widened with surprise and a hint of concern. The caller ID revealed the name "Doctor Hannah
Doctor Hannah nodded, her face radiating warmth and reassurance. With a gentle smile, she reached into her pocket and retrieved a folder containing the long-awaited documents. Handing it to Mateo, she said, "Here are the positive test results. Take a look for yourself."Trembling hands reached out as Mateo accepted the folder, his heart pounding with nervousness. As he opened the document and scanned its contents, his eyes widened in disbelief. The words on the page confirmed what he had longed to hear for years. Tears of joy welled up in his eyes as he turned to Ariana, his voice filled with awe and gratitude. "Ariana, it's true... We can have as many children as we want. My dreams are finally within reach."Ariana's face lit up with a more widen smile, her eyes shimmering with unshed tears. She leaned in and embraced Mateo tightly.Filled with happiness, Doctor Hannah couldn't help but share in Ariana and Mateo's joy. Turning her attention to Ariana, she asked with a warm smile, "An
After bidding farewell to Doctor Hannah, Mateo and Ariana made their way to the car, their hearts still brimming with excitement. Mateo slid behind the wheel, ready to head straight to his parents' house to see them. However, as he prepared to pull out onto the other part of the road, Ariana's voice interrupted his intentions."Wait, Mateo," Ariana interjected gently. "Could you please stop at the flower shop for a moment?"Mateo glanced at her, a touch of curiosity etched onto his face. "The flower shop? Why do we need to stop there?" he questioned, puzzled.Ariana smiled warmly, her gaze softening. "I can't go to see your parents empty-handed, Mateo. It wouldn't feel right," she explained, her voice filled with sincerity.Mateo chuckled, the sound of a melodic harmony in the car. "Ariana, believe me, my parents won't mind. They'll be too overwhelmed with joy to even notice," he assured her, his love shown in his voice.Ariana shook her head gently. "It's not about them minding, Mate
With gratitude, Mateo's father accepted the basket, his eyes meeting Ariana's with appreciation. "Thank you, Ariana," he said warmly. "We're delighted to have you as part of our family.""We are so happy to see our grandchild doing well with that baby bump," Mateo's mom exclaimed, her eyes shimmering with joy. Ariana gently looked down at her growing belly, placing a loving hand on it. "Yes, he is doing just fine," she replied with a soft smile.Mrs. Hendrix couldn't contain her excitement. "That's lovely to hear!" she exclaimed. "You both should join us for breakfast. We have everything ready." Ariana and Mateo nodded in agreement, grateful for the warm invitation.As they made their way upstairs to the living room, Mateo offered his support to Ariana, assisting her with each step. They entered the cozy dining area where an appetizing meal awaited them, beautifully arranged on the table. The aroma of home cooked food filled the air.Sitting together at the table, the family indulged
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