Thiago's words were becoming increasingly confusing— I wanted to keep asking, keep talking to him, but I had to stay on the sidelines of the situation and not overwhelm him with my own contradictory emotions. When I found Lucia in the dining room the next morning, she didn't hesitate to interrogate me about what I really didn't want to talk about.And then I also told her what had happened with my pregnancy and how I felt about Thiago, and she hugged me, showing me trust.— Like a movie, friend, but what does this handsome Thiago feel for you? What do you plan to do with him? Admire him from afar? — she interrogated.— No, Clara, with Thiago, I only want to marry him, love him forever, give him the love he hasn't received, but it's very confusing. I know he loves me because he has been more than good to me, but I don't know if he will ever really divorce and decide to share his millionaire life with me — I said sadly.— But darling, if the magazine today reported that he's getting a d
— You should go now, it's getting late, — Diego ordered to avoid our gazes and the impending questions we wanted to ask. I checked the time on the clock, and it was indeed getting late.— It's true, dear, we need to request permission to leave, — Lucía added, taking my hand as we walked together towards the classroom. I looked at Diego again, trying to understand why a person I had just met felt so much compassion for me and was willing to help me like this.Miss granted us permission to leave, and we exited the classroom.— Can both of you go? — he asked, surprised.— Yes, love, go to class without worries, — Lucía responded, giving him a passionate kiss. I could only watch them with envy, feeling completely alone.— Perfect, my cousin will come in a moment to take you, — he clarified as he turned and rushed to the classroom.After a while, the handsome man arrived, dressed the same way as when he picked us up at the airport, making him look like one of Thiago's bodyguards.After som
— Two months later —My message declaring my love had been in vain; Thiago never responded, nor did he send me the money to pay Diego. However, Diego never charged me. Every day I saw him, he assured me that as soon as we were in Mexico, I would pay him, and he always said not to worry. But in reality, I felt very embarrassed.I heard about Thiago thanks to the magazine news. However, lately, they had stopped putting his picture on the front page and only published some relevant aspects, such as the downfall of his agency, his divorce, which was wrapped up in a series of legal, financial, and family problems, and otherwise nonsense like his visits to bars, always alone, just like me, who was lately isolated from my two friends because my belly was starting to show, making it difficult for me to walk. I didn't have the same energy or desire to move from place to place, although they were always taking care of me, even helping me with course assignments, which I sometimes couldn't do du
— Shh, hush, baby, Thiago is behind you, — Lucía finally replied, bursting into laughter.— Whaaaat? I exclaimed in amazement as I turned my head towards the back of the bed, which was completely separated from the wall.Seeing my eyes in front of his, having him so close, was incredible. I felt my blood warming and my skin tingling. I had no idea what was happening, or how Thiago had gotten there, as I couldn't remember anything from the moment I had responded to Lucía. But he was by my side, just like the savior he had always been, a bit thinner, but just as handsome as ever, with his perfectly coordinated outfit, and his smile just like mine, expressing astonishment and joy.I had no idea how Thiago had gotten there, and I felt hot-blooded and cold-footed. He was really by my side, and it was like confirming that we were indeed special to him. I couldn't hide my smile; it was such a special moment that I forgot everything the magazines were saying.— What are you doing here? I mana
— Did this idiot do anything bad to you? — He asked after concluding the hug. Lucía hugged me too, and I was equally surprised. I knew that if I didn't hold myself together, I might do something crazy, but I didn't have the energy to fight, even though I felt completely deceived by Diego. So, I could only answer without any emotion.— He didn't do anything bad to me. I just thought he was truly my friend. — I watched as both of their smiles disappeared upon my response. Diego was beginning to understand how much his deception had hurt me, as he had quickly become dear to me.— I just needed to protect you, — Thiago assured, also understanding how much his lie was hurting me. — Did you really think I would send you here completely defenseless? I only wanted to get you away from the press.— There was no need to lie, Thiago. You have no idea how grateful I was because I thought I had found a friend as good as James.— You're a jerk, — Lucía added, also annoyed with Diego for deceiving m
Thiago was unable to respond, and the silence was beginning to make me uncomfortable.— Where are we going? — I asked, forgetting about the issue with Esmeralda. We hadn't taken too long, and the university was close to the clinic, so I wondered if we were really heading there or somewhere else.— Home, — Thiago finally spoke.— I don't understand, — I argued, confused.— I've found a home for you, Lisa. You can't continue living in the dormitory; you need better conditions, — he explained confidently, as he knew my situation well, thanks to Diego who provided him with all the information.— You're crazy. I'm perfectly fine where I am, — I lied to maintain my dignity.— Yes, yes, I'm crazy, but I won't allow you to keep suffering in that place, — he affirmed.— And who will pay the rent? Will Eduardo Ferrufino do it? The one who supposedly gave me the scholarship to study here, — I asked sarcastically, realizing that everything had been planned by him. — Because from what I understand
— Thiago, are you sure about the things you're saying? There are so many women you could have at your feet, and yet you come here to seek out a poor pregnant woman, — I asserted, feeling insecure because I wasn't very comfortable with my physical appearance, and I knew that Thiago had only been with beautiful and slender women.— Well, I only want that poor pregnant woman. I just need her eyes and her sincerity. Please, Lisa, stay with me. Say that you love me as you wrote in that message. Say it to me softly and accept me into your life. I feel like you're the only one who can lead it. Come on, hug me, — he replied as he got up. His words sounded melodic in my ears. He said everything in whispers and sighs, like a plea that was hard to resist.I couldn't resist his requests. Knowing that Esmeralda was with someone else confirmed that she wouldn't hate me if I stayed with Thiago. Besides, if the divorce was true, it lifted a huge burden off my shoulders. I could venture into whatever
— And what about society - I asked ironically, knowing that in a world like his I did not fit, and then thinking about what could happen and say the distinguished people who knew him.I don't care about society, after I get divorced there will be nothing to fear — He finally explained pronouncing the word divorce, with difficulty, hearing that gave me a little relief, but I still felt afraid, especially because I know that now it was not only me who mattered; I was carrying a child in my belly and I needed to take responsibility for him too.— And how long will we be here? I want to have my son in Mexico — I clarified fearfully, since I already had six months, and three months to go would go in a heartbeat.— We'll figure it out, for now you must finish the course, I need you to be the photographer of the agency — he answered cheerfully.— Count on it — I said in a half-voice— Lisa, aren't you happy? — He asked maybe because the tension was not leaving me and that was completely noti