Chapter 36

"Are you sure that's all?" he asked, concerned.

"Of course, you don't need to worry about me," she replied quickly.

"Don't ask me that; you know I worry about everyone."

"That's really your way," she confirmed.

"I was very worried when you decided to leave the office. And I blamed myself for knowing it was because of me."

"It wasn't your fault," she replied. "I did it for myself. Living here has always been one of my dreams, and now I'm making it come true."

"Are you happy here, Rafaela?"

"Yes, I am. I have a good job, a comfortable home, and a friend who's like a sister. Things couldn't be better."

"Are you dating anyone?" he asked with a hint of expectation.

"Not yet… but I'm really enjoying my life."

That answer wasn't entirely sincere, but she also couldn't tell him she felt like a failure in love because every time she met someone, she ended up comparing them to him.

Only Ethan had exceeded her expectations; only Ethan would be a worthy candidate to make her forget him. But Ethan