Marissa found herself in the living room, immersed in the hustle of directing and orchestrating the decoration, offering precise instructions to the servants. "It should be like this here," she articulated, her vision for the space. "A touch of green would look absolutely lovely in this corner, and when the cake arrives, make sure it's placed on this side." In the midst of the bustling activity, Juan entered the living room, his gaze immediately finding Marissa. Sensing his eyes on her, she turned, meeting his eyes with a naughty wink that conveyed a silent understanding. In response, a warm smile lit up Juan's face. In the kitchen, Danna was assisting Margarita with the cooking when Carlos entered. Without hesitation, he swept Danna off her feet, his hand around her waist, and spun her around. As the spin concluded, Carlos and Danna shared a sweet kiss. Meanwhile, in the living room, Ignacio walked towards Juan. "Everything is ready," he said. "Thank you, Ignacio," Juan replied. "

Marissa made a conscious decision to invest her time in caring for her white foal and assisting with the other horses, immersing herself in the routine of the stable. Yet, amidst her tasks, she occasionally paused to observe Juan from afar, his figure visible through the window of his office. As she thought about ways to erase him from her heart, she struggled with the ongoing task of moving on and finding comfort in the daily routines of the ranch. Memories flooded Marissa's mind, transporting her to a time when everything was harmonious between them. Memories of Juan getting her ready for school and driving them there wrapped her with nostalgia. She treasured him for the many ways he showed his love, making her feel uniquely special among her siblings. The moment Juan completed college and decided to return to the ranch, Marissa felt a significant change in her life. It felt like a part of her essence was being carried away with him, as if he were taking a piece of her soul with hi

Juan's fists clenched tightly as his face contorted with worry and anger. "Drugs? This can't be happening," he muttered, glancing at Marissa, who shared his shock. "I know this is hard to believe, Juan. We have evidence, and we're conducting a comprehensive investigation," Inspector Guerra reassured them, his tone sympathetic. "What evidence do you have?" Juan questioned. "We received a tip about illegal activities in a casino. They are using drugs and gambling, and upon investigation, we found drugs in Ignacio's possession. He resisted arrest, making the situation more complicated," Inspector Guerra explained, handing Juan a folder with details of the case. "We are conducting a test on them; if the drug test is negative in his system, he will be released." Marissa, equally shocked and concerned, placed her hand on Juan's shoulder, offering him silent support as he examined the documents. "We need your cooperation to get to the bottom of this," Inspector Guerra added. "When will h

Juan laughed, a low, sweet sound that spread throughout the room. "Looks like you've gained an admirer," he said, his amused eyes glimmering."Are you feeling an inkling of jealousy, Juan?" Marissa questioned, a cheeky sparkle in her eyes.With a grin on his face, Juan extended his hand to grasp hers, kissing her fingers. "Jealous? Never." "Juan, you really shouldn't have told Ignacio that, you know the ranch and this mansion are yours, not ours."Juan lifted her chin with a comforting grin and warm, glowing eyes. "Don't fret, my love. Everything is fine. Even if Ignacio wins the bet, I'd gladly share because he's family, just like all of you.""Juan, you're truly a compassionate soul. Don't let anyone exploit your generosity.""Thinking of paying Juan a visit today; he must be missing you. His mamá," Juan proposed, giving a fun edge to his last words.Marissa smiled and replied, "I miss him too," as Juan took her hand and they walked out together.The stable welcomed Juan and Marissa

Marissa stared at them in confusion, wondering what brought them to her room. "What are you all doing here?" she asked. "Why didn't you come out for breakfast, and it's already noon?" Miguel questioned. "I am sorry, Father. I couldn't sleep yesterday," she replied. "I thought yesterday you told me that you were sleepy when you walked in with Ignacio?" Juan questioned. Marissa glared at him, annoyed, well aware of his attempt to provoke her. "Big brother, I am sorry I lied to you because I can see my future." "Don't talk to your brother like that," Miguel scolded. "It's okay; we will go now. Why don't you take a nice shower, and Lara will bring your lunch?" Rosario suggested. Miguel walked out, followed by Rosario. Marissa fixed her gaze on Juan. "And don't you have anything to occupy yourself with?" she inquired, her hand gesturing dismissively. "Oh, I forgot-you're jobless. Why not go and call your perfect, beautiful fiancée, the one with the future ahead of her? A real model