The atmosphere in the waiting room was tense and silent, interrupted only by the soft murmur of the medical teams. Guillermo and Natalia looked at each other anxiously, each lost in their own thoughts. Finally, the door opened and the doctor appeared, his expression serious.—Mr. Guillermo, Mrs. Natalia —he began, pausing to gather his words— I called you to inform you that the results of the compatibility tests have arrived.Guillermo felt his heart racing. He knew this moment was crucial.“Well?” he asked, trying to keep his voice steady.The doctor took a deep breath before continuing.—Unfortunately, none of you are compatible as bone marrow donors for Laura.The words echoed through the room like a heartbreaking sound. Guillermo felt the air escape from his lungs. Natalia, at his side, stood frozen, her eyes full of disbelief."How is that possible?" she asked, her voice trembling. Deep down, the only thing that worried her was that Guillermo would make the decision to look for V
Valeria arrived at the clinic with a mixture of nervousness and determination. In the waiting room, she met Guillermo, who was accompanied by Natalia. The atmosphere was tense, since Natalia, after learning that Valeria was going to take the test, did not want to be separated from him for a moment.“Hello,” Valeria greeted, trying to maintain her composure.—Hi, Valeria. Thank you for coming, Guillermo replied, aware of the seriousness of the situation.—You have nothing to thank me for, I do everything for Laura.Natalia kept looking at her with an expression of hatred in her eyes.—Don't think this means you can be close to Laura. Guillermo only called you because of the emergency of the case, but don't get your hopes up that you're going to enter the mansion again.—That's enough, Natalia! This is not the time or place to look for more problems. The most important thing now is Laurita's health. Please, behave yourself and think of your niece first and foremost.—That's right, you d
The bone marrow operation was a quick and simple procedure, although not without risks. Valeria had been informed that, although the operation itself was not complicated, it required special care in the post-operative period to ensure that everything went well.After a couple of hours, the doctor returned to Valeria's room where Guillermo was, who was very anxious to know the results of the operation.He had taken advantage of Natalia's absence to be able to approach Valeria, the doctor came in and upon seeing them the first thing he said this time with a more relaxed expression:"The operation was a success," he announced. "Laura is recovering and, although she will be a little weak for the next few days, her health is stable. We just have to wait a few days to be completely sure that her body will not reject the transplant."Guillermo and Valeria looked at each other with a big smile that lit up their faces."What great news, doctor!" said Guillermo, visibly moved. "And can I see he
Days later, Laura was in the mansion, surrounded by a warm and familiar atmosphere. Guillermo had done everything possible to ensure that his daughter was surrounded by peace and quiet, since her recovery depended on it.Valeria was at her side, attentive to her every move, feeling a mixture of joy and anxiety for her daughter's recovery. The bone marrow operation had been a success, and Laura's health was improving day by day, which filled Valeria with hope.Valeria sat in a chair next to Laura’s bed, watching her as she slept. The evening light filtered through the curtains, creating a golden halo around the room. It was a moment of peace that Valeria treasured, knowing that each passing day was a new opportunity to strengthen the bond that had been absent for so long.Nurse Tania suddenly entered with a slightly fake smile, as she couldn't stand Valeria's presence in the mansion. However, Guillermo had decided that Tania should continue with her work as a nurse, since after the tra
Valeria, stunned by the scene she had witnessed between Natalia and Guillermo, quickly headed to Laura's room. Confusion and pain accompanied her as she tried to concentrate on caring for her daughter. Laura, although still a little weak, smiled at the sight of her, which gave Valeria a brief respite in the midst of the emotional storm she was facing."Why are you sad, Valeria?" the little girl asked, while enjoying one of the cookies she had brought her.—I'm not sad, Laurita. I just have a bad headache, but it will soon pass. You better finish your cookies and drink all your milk; you should take your medicine in a moment — Valeria answered, trying to hide her anguish.Laura obeyed, while Valeria struggled to control the anger and pain that Natalia and Guillermo's kiss had caused her. She knew she had to be strong, especially for her daughter, who was the driving force that kept her going.As the hours passed, the atmosphere in the mansion became tense as night fell. Valeria was in
The day dawned bright and sunny, but the light entering through Laura's window couldn't dispel the unease she felt inside. The night before, she had heard shouting coming from the living room, and those echoes still resonated in her mind. She stretched, sensing that something significant was happening. A knot in her stomach indicated that the morning's calm wouldn't last long.With a deep sigh, she got out of bed and approached the door. Curiosity and concern propelled her down the stairs, each step echoing in the tense silence of the hallway. Upon reaching the last step, she paused and peeked around the wall leading to the living room.From her vantage point, she could see Natalia and Valeria standing face to face, their expressions reflecting the intensity of the argument. Natalia, with her arms crossed and her face flushed, seemed on the verge of exploding.—You can't just show up and claim what doesn't belong to you! —shouted Natalia, her voice heavy with anger—. You've been out o
Guillermo observed Laura, her expression grave and worried. His daughter’s question had cast a shadow over the atmosphere, and he understood that it was not the right time to address such a delicate topic.—Daughter, it’s not the moment to answer that question —Guillermo said, striving to maintain his composure—. I need to resolve some issues, and then we will talk about it. I suggest you go to your room; you shouldn’t overexert yourself, remember you are still recovering.Laura nodded, feeling a whirlwind of emotions, and left the room, leaving the palpable tension behind. Valeria, aware of the weight of the situation, decided to accompany Laura to take the opportunity to talk with her.—Come on, Laura —Valeria said softly—. I want you to know that I am here for you. We will go to your room for breakfast, and in the meantime, we will have a long conversation.Meanwhile, Guillermo was left alone with Natalia. The atmosphere was tense, and the words they were about to exchange would be
New BeginningsThe days passed with a tense calm in the mansion. Laura's recovery was progressing remarkably, showing more signs of vitality and joy each day. Tania continued to perform her duties as a nurse, meticulously following Guillermo's instructions, who was determined not to neglect his daughter's professional care for even a moment. The mansion, once shrouded in shadows, was beginning to brighten with laughter and shared moments.Valeria, for her part, had gradually gained Laura's trust and affection. She was no longer just the nanny who had entered the mansion to fulfill a job; her role had evolved as she assumed the function of a mother, a role that the little girl accepted naturally. For Laura, Valeria had become a maternal figure who filled the void left by Isabel, her biological mother, who ironically was Valeria's sister, although they never had the chance to meet in life. Valeria admired Isabel's photographs and was surprised by the strong resemblance between them, thu