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The Girl He Didn't See Chapter 26
Daniel was back in Montavia—Noemi found out from Juan.He broke down the second he heard she was alive, crying so hard she could barely make out his voice.Then, finally, through the sobs:"Ms. Rosales, Mr. Gomez is going back to Montavia. He won't bother you again."Noemi hung up, still uneasy, but yeah—relieved.She was done with love. No energy for that mess.All she wanted now was to paint, hang with her people, and raise Nina right.Daniel kept his word. Never showed up.But he never skipped an exhibit either.Always donating under the radar, quietly buying her work just to have it.He stayed out of her life.***Another year flew by. Noemi snagged a major international art award—finally got the respect she deserved.People couldn't deny it anymore: Aitana, the Montavian painter, was the real deal. Total rising star.Her career took off. She got invited to speak at this huge global art expo, repping fresh talent.That night, she rocked a simple black strapless dress
The Girl He Didn't See Chapter 25
"Noemi, what you just said... does that mean we—""Julian." She cut him off with a small smile. "I'm not looking for anything."Julian dropped his gaze, but his voice remained gentle. "Got it. Let me take you and Nina home."She'd texted Vera halfway through dinner, and like clockwork, Vera had sent Julian to swoop in.Once Vera got the full download, she was livid. "Seriously? He showed up again? Hasn't he wrecked enough already?"She went off for a bit, then snapped her head toward Noemi. "You're not catching feelings, are you?""No." Noemi's eyes iced over. "I'm not falling for that again."Her face shut down."I'm done living like that—lost, stuck in that black hole. That's not my life anymore."She thought Daniel would finally back off. Guy was all ego—hearing she was married should've been his cue to move on.But clearly, she'd given him way too much credit.The second she stepped outside, a guy swung around the corner and grabbed her arm.Daniel.He looked worse tha
The Girl He Didn't See Chapter 24
Noemi took a breath and gave him a tight, polite smile. "Good evening, Mr. Gomez. Thanks for your generous donation. Tonight's dinner is just a small thank-you.""Noemi, what's going on..."He reached for her face. She blocked him without flinching."If you're not here for the dinner, Mr. Gomez, I can leave.""No—" Daniel pulled back fast, dropping into the seat across from her. "Let's eat."The food looked fancy, but Noemi couldn't force a single bite.She should've known. Should've double-checked the buyer. If she'd known it was him, she would've returned the money instantly.But the charity center still needed it.They ate in silence. His stare burned through her. She couldn't take it anymore."Mr. Gomez, I'll be leaving now.""Wait, don't go!"Daniel shot up and grabbed her wrist, tight. Like if he let go, she'd disappear all over again."Noemi, please... don't leave me."His voice cracked. Eyes rimmed red, tears barely holding back.Noemi looked at him, calm and stea
The Girl He Didn't See Chapter 23
The charity event crushed it. Noemi's paintings sold way faster than expected.She stared at the live feed. "Why are they flying off like this? Over twenty just sold at once.""No way. Who's got taste and cash like that?" Vera blinked at the screen, stunned. She hadn't expected this kind of response for Noemi's first big release.She checked the buyer's account, then frowned, pulling out her phone to double-check. "Same account that dropped that huge transfer the other day.""Seriously?" Noemi leaned in. Guilt flickered. "He paid way too much. He's losing money on this.""He's fine." Vera waved it off. "If it bugs you that much, take him to dinner. Anyone throwing that kind of money around doesn't care about getting a deal."Noemi hesitated. "Okay. Set it up. I'll meet him in a few days."A small smile curved her lips, dimples just barely showing."Feels right to thank him in person."They locked in the dinner for two nights later. Noemi left Nina with Vera and booked a privat
The Girl He Didn't See Chapter 22
Had Noemi already started a new life without him?Daniel's chest thudded. No way he was blowing this shot.He stepped in and flagged down a staffer. "Hey, I wanna buy a painting."She gave a polite smile. "Sorry, sir. Aitana's pieces aren't for sale. Exhibition only."Aitana.Daniel's throat tightened. His hand went clammy.Was that really her name now?He didn't push. Just nodded. "Thanks."If buying a painting was off the table, he'd find another way in.No rushing. He took his time, studying every piece.Noemi's talent hit hard. Nothing flashy—just raw, honest strokes that screamed with meaning. You could feel her in every line.If he hadn't dragged her down, maybe she would've made it big way sooner."Juan, track Aitana's recent moves."He skipped Montavia. Handed off work, then bought a place close to the gallery.For the past three years, she haunted his dreams.Her face was smeared with blood. She collapsed, red spilling beneath her, body broken."Daniel, why'd y
The Girl He Didn't See Chapter 21
Aventora's big corporate summit rolled in like clockwork. CEOs from the top 100 companies showed up—every one of them a powerhouse.But all eyes zeroed in on one guy."Mr. Gomez, welcome."The host grinned, leading Daniel to a front-row seat.Not far off, the reception crew whispered behind their clipboards."Wait, that's Daniel Gomez? Gomez Corp's chairman? He's way hotter than the pics. Can you imagine being loved by someone like that?"The girl beside her rolled her eyes and flicked her forehead."Please. You saw the ring, right? He's been married forever. But his wife's been MIA for, like, three years. People say she's sick, but no one knows for sure."Right in the middle of it all, Daniel sat calm, stealing glances at his phone—his lock screen lit up with a girl's glowing smile.Three years. He hadn't stopped looking for Noemi, not even once. Still nothing.Halfway through the summit, they called him up to speak.In just three years, Daniel had turned Gomez Corp into an
The Girl He Didn't See Chapter 20
Daniel scanned the room. Noemi's presence still clung to the air like a whisper.He slowed his breath, closed the window, drew the curtains.That's when he saw it—a red smear on the sheer fabric.Frowning, he looked down. The bandage on his palm was bleeding through again.He peeled it off, dabbing at the cut with a tissue. Calm. Focused.Noemi would come back. She had to. He needed to keep this room just the way she left it.Then he saw it—a notebook peeking out from under the pillow.The cover was pristine, like it meant something. He hadn't planned to open it.But his fingers moved anyway.On the first page, a delicate line of handwriting read:[This book is to record the one I love most.]That one line shattered him. Daniel doubled over, sobbing like a kid.He flipped through the pages, hands shaking.[Mom said I can finally marry Daniel! I've dreamed about this forever. I kept thinking about every time he looked out for me. I'm not just the little sister anymore—I get
The Girl He Didn't See Chapter 19
The whole ride home, Daniel was buzzing—grinning like a fool, already picturing him and Noemi back together. Happy. Fixed.He swore he'd make it right this time, never let her hurt again.Then Juan's message hit like a truck.[Sir, the guy says Mrs. Gomez's photos were all edited. We can't trace her with these.]His brain short-circuited. Ears ringing.He called Juan, voice tight. "No way. They were on her mom's phone.""I had a tech look into it," Juan said, low. "They're composites. All of them.""What about the call? She called her family."Daniel's throat clenched. Metallic taste at the back of his tongue."Probably a voice modulator."The line went dead. Daniel hit the floor, dazed. Crushed."How could it be fake?" he choked out. "All of it?" His mind spun.He grabbed his head, fists pounding against his skull, like he could beat the pain out."Noemi, you're not dead. You're not fooling me. No freaking way..."Bloodshot eyes, twisted rage."You don't affect me. I do
The Girl He Didn't See Chapter 18
"Daniel? What brings you here?"Samantha blinked, surprised—but already putting the pieces together.He'd barely shown up since marrying Noemi. The family hadn't said much—he was blind, and yeah, everyone knew the marriage wasn't exactly built on love. They gave him space.They'd thought a childhood match would work out. Guess not.Samantha's heart ached for Noemi just thinking about it.They'd waited so long for his sight to come back, hoping it'd fix things. Instead, it all fell apart.Daniel caught the mix of emotions on her face and hesitated. "Samantha... can I see the messages Noemi sent you?"She pulled out her phone, scrolling through the chat. "She sent me a video once. And some photos. Here."Daniel's chest tightened watching the girl in the video.Two years. That's how long it had been. She still looked like the Noemi he remembered—just thinner, paler. Light makeup, but her skin looked washed out. Her clothes hung off her, collarbones sharp."Mom, Dad, Daniel and I
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