The sun was starting to set as the event at Fuego's Elementary came to an end. The parents were gathering their children and bidding farewell to the teachers and staff who had organized the colorful festivities. Laughter and chatter filled the air, creating a joyful atmosphere as families made their way towards the exit.Amongst the crowd, a reporter from a popular news station approached Maria. They has been one of thosewho had caught their attention with her impeccable dancing skills during the event. The reporter, holding a microphone with a badge on their chest, smiled warmly and introduced themselves before the interview began."Good evening, Maria! I couldn't help but notice your incredible performance today. How were you able to dance so beautifully while attending to your regular working and wifely duties?" the reporter inquired, genuinely intrigued by her multitasking abilities.Maria returned the smile, her face lit up with enthusiasm. "Thank you so much for your kind words.
"What makes you think so Li-lah? My husband? Another woman?"Li-lah could see that she was struggling to keep her composure, a composure she needed to see Maria break."Think of it Maria. He came to watch your performance empty-handed? No flowers to gifts and to top it all, he hasn't got once looked at you."Maria took several shakey breathes trying so hard to stable her emotions. She wanted to scream, shout , curse, break things but she couldn't. She turned to look up at her husband again and she heard Li-lah 's voice. " The night he didn't come home, have you been able to figure out where he was?"Maria turned to look at her, her eyes blazing with anger. "Follow me." She said and walked away.Just as Li-lah made to follow her, she heard her name. She turned to see Samantha asking towards her. The look on her face told Li-lah she wasn't pleased. "What was the meaning of that?" Sam asked "Meaning of what?""I saw you. I saw you and Mateo. I told you to stay away. We are going to be s
Li-lah's expression faltered, her eyes welling up with tears as she gazed at Mateo. She reached out, her hand covering his, her voice trembling with emotion. "I won't leave you, Mateo. I'm here for you, always." Mateo's eyes locked onto hers, his face inches from hers. He leaned in, his lips brushing against Li-lah's in a gentle, yet passionate kiss. He pulled her close, but it was as if she wasn't close enough. His hands began to roam her body, tearing off the clothes she wore piece by piece. Li-lah gasped, a mix of surprise and longing flooding her senses as Mateo's hands explored her, igniting a fire within her she hadn't expected. The world around them faded, leaving only the warmth of their connection and the rhythm of their hearts. As the fabric fell away, so did their inhibitions, revealing not just skin, but the raw vulnerability that had brought them together in the first place. She could feel the weight of his emotions in every gentle touch, every brush of his lips. "
Li-lah sat in front of the mirror, her eyes fixed on her reflection as she applied a layer of red lipstick to her lips. She couldn't help but think about the look on Maria's face when she found out about her affair with Mateo. A sly smile spread across her face as she imagined the shock and anger."Can't wait to see your face when you find out, Maria," she whispered to herself, her voice barely audible.Li-lah stood up, her movements graceful and deliberate. She walked sexily towards the mirror, her hips swaying with each step. She liked what she saw - a woman confident and in control."There's no way Mateo will resist me tonight," she said, her voice filled with conviction.Just as she was about to laugh, the door opened and Samantha walked in. Sam's eyes narrowed as she took in Li-lah's outfit - a tight red dress that left little to the imagination."Where are you going dressed like that?" Sam asked, her voice laced with suspicion."I have a date with Mateo," Li-lah replied, her voi
Mateo and Li-lah sat at their table, hands entwined, gazing into each other's eyes with a love-struck intensity that made Maria's blood boil. She had tried to ignore it, but the sight was too much to bear. With a mixture of anger and sadness, she stormed out of the restaurant, leaving the lovers alone.Minutes later, Daniel, Li-lah's husband, walked in, his face radiating a mix of confusion and concern. His eyes scanned the room, locking onto his wife and Mateo. The color drained from his face as he took in the intimate scene before him."Li-lah," he said, his voice trembling with emotion.Li-lah turned, her expression blank, devoid of any remorse or guilt. Daniel's eyes searched hers, hoping to find some glimmer of love or regret, but there was nothing.Daniel approached their table, his eyes welling up with tears. "So it's true," he whispered, his voice cracking. "Your mother told me you were having an affair, and I refused to believe it. I sacrificed my life for you, Li-lah, and th
Maria paced back and forth in the living room, her anger simmering like a pot about to boil over. She couldn't believe Mateo had disrespected her so blatantly, spending the night with his mistress. The thought of it made her skin crawl.As she paced, her mind racing with thoughts of betrayal and hurt, it dawned on her that those nights he had claimed to be working late, he might have been with her. The realization fueled her anger, and she let out a loud yell, throwing a vase across the room. It shattered against the wall, the sound echoing through the silence.She struggled to calm herself, taking deep breaths, but her anger only seemed to intensify. That's when she saw it - Mateo's picture on the television, alongside another woman. The woman's face was blurred, but Maria knew exactly who it was. The reporter's voice droned on, but Maria didn't need to hear the words to know what was being said.Just then, Mateo walked into the house, his eyes fixed on Maria. She rushed towards him,
The room was dimly lit, the only sound the soft hum of the air conditioner. Mateo, Santiago, Juan, and Logan sat around the round table, their faces illuminated only by the faint glow of the table lamp.Mateo's expression was a mask of calmness, his eyes fixed on the table as if daring anyone to speak. Santiago's face was stern, his jaw clenched in frustration. Juan's eyes darted back and forth, his brow furrowed in concern. Logan's face was twisted in a scowl, his arms crossed over his chest."Can I know why I've been summoned?" Mateo asked, his voice firm but polite, breaking the silence. "I am a busy man and I don't have time for idle sitting."Logan snickered, a sly grin spreading across his face. "Let's see how busy you'll be from today," he said, his voice dripping with malice.The door opened, and a lady walked in, carrying a stack of documents. Juan rose to collect them, his movements swift and silent. The lady departed as swiftly as she arrived, leaving behind an uncomfortab
Mateo and Lilah were still in the office. They were busy gathering their things to leave for the day when suddenly, the door burst open with a loud crash, rattling the windows. Maria stormed in, her face twisted in anger. Her eyes were fixed on Lilah, filled with a rage that had been building for weeks. Without thinking, she ran towards Lilah, her fist ready to hit.But before Maria could reach her, Mateo reacted quickly. He stepped in front of her, his strong arm blocking her attack. With a powerful shove, he pushed Maria aside, and she flew into a nearby desk. The hard hit knocked the breath out of her, and she gasped, struggling to catch her breath.“If you ever touch her, I will make sure you are locked up for assault,” Mateo warned, his voice firm and cold. His eyes burned with protective anger, showing how serious he was. Maria's disbelief washed over her, contrasting sharply with the shock on her face.“Are you defending her? Over me?” Maria exclaimed, her voice shaky as she st