Chapter 51

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Camila was brushing her teeth, gazing at her reflection in the mirror, when Alejandro came up behind her and wrapped his arms around her waist. She didn’t flinch or acknowledge him, continuing to brush her teeth in silence.

"How are you feeling this morning?" he asked softly.

She remained silent, causing him to sigh.

"If I told you where I was last night, you'd never believe me," he muttered.

Camila spat the toothpaste from her mouth, turned, and folded her arms beneath her chest, fixing him with a serious look. "Where were you? I waited all night, but you never showed up. Then suddenly, I wake up to find you sleeping next to me," she said, her tone sharp.

"At least tell me you ate something," Alejandro pleaded, his expression softening.

"I don’t have much of an appetite when I’m worried about someone," Camila replied, rolling her eyes as she washed her face. She left the bathroom, but Alejandro followed closely behind.

"You must be hungry. What do you feel like eating this morning