The interior of the car was enveloped in a tense silence as Emeraude and her mother made their way to the hospital. In Emeraude's mind, a torrent of worries haunted her. Her heart throbbed with uncertainty about what awaited them at the final destination. Her mother remained silent, refusing to share details that could alter the course of their lives.The familiar journey to the hospital became agonizing, with Emeraude's anxiety increasing every second. The scenery outside went unnoticed, eclipsed by the worry that had settled in her mind. The final destination revealed itself as the hospital, and the parking lot became the starting point for a journey of bewildering emotions.As they exited the car, Emeraude felt a sense of dread. Her mother's words were scarce, and the plea for calm sounded empty in the face of the looming turmoil. Recognizing the path to the hospital entrance, Emeraude, with trembling hands, entered the building that would become the stage for a devastating turn of

FOUR YEARS LATEREmeraude gently woke up Amora, while Aurora was already standing beside the bed. When asked if her sister had 'died,' Emeraude laughed and suggested a 'tickle attack' to wake Amora, who quickly sat up, proclaiming to be awake."Let's have breakfast then," said Emeraude, and the two followed her to the kitchen. Emeraude sat Amora and Aurora at the counter and began preparing their breakfast, reflecting on the numerous changes that had occurred in her life.Over these four years, many changes had taken place. Emeraude carried on with her life, while Cassian pursued his own path. The success of the store allowed the opening of two more branches, and despite the increased workload, the venture was worth it. Unfortunately, her father passed away when the daughters were 1 year and 6 months old. Emeraude, though deeply saddened, made the most of the time she spent with him.Cassian, now engaged, strengthened his bond with Emeraude even more after the month she spent at his h

Three years ago*Flashback on*Emeraude tried to speak, but Cassian covered her eyes with a tie. "Trust me," he said, guiding her body to the elevator."Okay," she replied, keeping silent.Inside the elevator, Cassian pressed the button that would take them to the penthouse."Are we in the elevator?" she asked, making him chuckle softly."Yes," he confirmed, still smiling.Cassian had meticulously organized this dinner for a week. Every detail was carefully planned because this would be the night he would propose to Emeraude. He was eager for her to say yes. Their relationship was in an excellent moment, and he knew he wanted to spend the rest of his life with this woman and her daughters. Although he had never imagined being married and having children, Cassian was starting to enjoy this new phase, feeling complete in a way he had never experienced before.The elevator opened, and Cassian guided Emeraude out. He stopped her, removed the blindfold, stepping back a bit. He had prepared

Cassian relived in his mind the tumultuous events that brought him to the present. The sound of the wind and the echo of words resonated in his consciousness as he faced the consequences of his own actions.FLASHBACK ONMargareth, with curiosity in her eyes, questioned Cassian's presence at that unusual hour, noting the absence of his shirt and the scratches on his stomach."What are you doing here, love? And why are you shirtless?" she asked. Cassian sighed, preparing for the difficult conversation that would follow."We need to talk," he said, facing the disappointment in Margareth's eyes. She, in turn, preempted a possible explanation."If it's what I'm thinking, you don't have to finish," she stated, avoiding direct eye contact. Leaning on the door frame, Cassian apologized, triggering an inevitable dialogue."You don't deserve me," Cassian expressed, suggesting that she could find someone better. Despite the hurt, Margareth smiled faintly."Yeah, maybe?" she replied. "I won't den

Emeraude stood motionless in front of the girls' school, her mind in turmoil. She decided to call a truce in her war with Cassian, recognizing that this battle would lead nowhere. The week would be different; she would leave the twins in his care. The bell rang, and Emeraude got out of the car, heading to the gate. Wearing sunglasses, she entered the school to pick up her two little ones."Mommy!" Aurora ran towards her as soon as she saw her standing at the classroom door, followed by Amora."Hi, my princesses!" Emeraude hugged them both. "Mommy missed you so much!""Daddy played with us, and we went to the movies," Aurora excitedly reported."And a trip," added Amora. Emeraude smiled, seeing their enthusiasm."How interesting. Shall we have lunch? That way, you can tell me everything you did." Emeraude suggested, and both girls agreed, heading to their teacher. Meanwhile, she took the opportunity to send a message to Cassian."Do you want to have lunch with me and the girls? Afterwa