Chloe was pacing back and forth outside Ricardo's office. He came back so soon, and he didn't even let anyone inside. Dennis and Dario were afraid to go to their boss.“What exactly happened, huh?” Chloe asked in a hushed tone. Her sharp eyes landed on Dennis, he averted his eyes. The two men were hesitant to speak.“It's nothing…” Dario muttered and nodded at Dennis, so they could get to work.“There's a meeting going on there…why are you here?” Dennis remarked, Chloe glared at him and continued pacing.“If dummies like you can't even fix a tiny problem… I don't even know why he hired you,” Chloe said disdainfully, Dennis had had enough of Chloe's bickering that he stormed away from there and Dario followed him. Chloe was agitated, if Ricardo came back alone it meant. He was still angry at Alana.“I should wait,” she wasn't going anywhere, it was a shame she didn't go with Ricardo to Lyon. The entire time, she thought about many things.While Chloe was pacing outside. Camilo sat acro
Alana sat alone in her dimly lit apartment, her heart heavy with anguish after a heated argument with her husband Ricardo. After their fierce dispute, she couldn't see a reason to continue living, as her world had shattered into a million irreparable pieces. “Bri, don't worry, I'm fine,” Alana muttered over the phone and tossed some used tissues in the trash. A cascade of memories flooded her mind, reminding her of the beautiful moments she had once treasured with Ricardo. Reflecting on their shared laughter, love, and warmth, Alana couldn't help but feel a profound sense of loss.“Alana, please take care of yourself… I know you want to be alone, but this is not the time,” Brigitte's voice was heard from the other side. “I'll see you tomorrow at the office…goodnight,” Alana whispered and disconnected the call. She tossed her phone on the couch and continued sketching some designs. She could as well as drown in her work.Lost in her thoughts, Alana's solitude was abruptly interrupted
Ricardo couldn't help but feel a sense of relief when he saw Alana's surprise entrance at the party. Amidst the tension and silence that had existed between them, seeing her put their differences aside for their son's special day filled Ricardo with admiration.“Ricardo, should I get the cake…it's almost time,” Chloe said, breaking the silence, she noticed how Ricardo didn't tear his gaze from Alana. He didn't answer her.“Ricky,” she placed her hand on his shoulder to get his attention, Ricardo shrugged her off and glanced at her.“What is it?” He asked confused. Chloe stared at him in disbelief. It seemed Alana's presence caused her to be invisible. “It's time for Santiago to cut the cake,” Chloe said with a faint smile, ignoring the sharp pain in her heart. Ricardo nodded and turned his gaze away. Alana's presence instantly brought warmth and joy to the room. Santiago's eyes lit up with excitement as he rushed into Alana's arms, showering her with affectionate hugs and kisses. The
Alana could feel the tension surrounding them, suffocating the once-cozy atmosphere of their shared space. Her heart thudded against her rib cage as her mind raced with a million unspoken words. Ricardo, his expression Stoic yet pained, broke the silence. “Why aren't you saying anything?” His voice held a mixture of frustration and confusion, as if he couldn't quite understand why she had withdrawn into her thoughts. “Should I leave, huh…so you can marry your little friend?” Replied and turned her head away from him, her eyes burning with unshed tears, and a glare etched across her face. The hurt, the anger, and the lingering doubt had taken hold of her emotions, making it difficult to find the right words to convey the depth of her feelings. “That's not what I…” Ricardo's voice softened, feeling helpless, he placed the file on the nightstand and reached for her hand. Swallowing the lump in her throat, she finally found her voice. “You…you just push me away whenever things get dif
The night was dark and windy, the sound of gusting winds and curtains brought a melodious atmosphere. Alana and Ricardo's love making continued in the sitting area. It felt like forever that Ricardo made love to his wife like this. He didn't want to let her go. He remained hunched over her, moving in deep-seated nudges that caused her inner muscles to flex greedily around his hardness."Mmm," her fingertips dug deep into his back as she pulled him to her. Wanting to feel him, invade her and leave nothing of her. The couch seemed too small for them but Ricardo wanted to make love to her in every way possible."T-that's…ahh…" The room erupted with Alana's giggles as another wave of orgasm hit her like a hurricane. Ricardo reached beneath her and found where they were joined, he used his fingertips to massage the moisture of her sex causing another orgasm to build in. Alana hung onto him. Her breathing came in quick with gasps, she had never felt so miserable yet satisfied. "Ahh," a low
Stacey looked at Julius, frustration etched across her face as she heard him rant and curse about Alana's decision to go back to Ricardo. She had grown tired of his constant whining and negativity. "Julius, you need to snap out of this destructive behaviour," she said firmly, her voice laced with irritation. "Instead of drowning yourself in alcohol and self-pity, think about the opportunity you had to make Alana yours. You let it slip away, but it doesn't mean it's over."Julius, intoxicated and overcome with bitterness, waved his hand dismissively. "Just leave me be, Stacey. I don't need your lectures. I'm well aware of what I missed out on."Stacey, undeterred, leaned in closer to Julius and spoke in a low, determined tone. "What if I told you there's a way to get back at Alana? To make her regret her decision and ensure she sees how much better off she would've been with you?"Julius glared at Stacey, sceptical yet intrigued by her words. He stayed silent, waiting for her to conti
Alana stood frozen, her heart sinking as she gazed upon the engulfed factory site. Flames danced menacingly, hungrily devouring everything she had poured her heart and soul into. The sweat-inducing effort, the countless hours of brainstorming and designing, now reduced to ashes. Tears welled up in her eyes as she thought about the clients she had promised impeccable designs to, now left empty-handed.Seeing her distress, Ricardo rushed to her side, wrapping his arms around her trembling body. He tried his best to calm her shattered spirit, whispering soothing words in her ear. "I know it hurts… look at me…" Ricardo held the sides of her face but she shrugged his hand away. "I know how you are feeling…this…" Ricardo tried to console her but it seemed his words kept fueling Alana's despair. They came back a while ago. Alana refused to talk to anyone. "This isn't the end…I promise you everything will be fine" Ricardo whispered but Alana averted her eyes from him.Alana trapped herself
As the realization dawns on Ricardo that Alana was missing, a surge of panic and worry flooded his entire being. He frantically reached for his phone and dialed her number, hoping for a reassuring voice on the other end of the line. However, his heart sank as call after call went unanswered, leaving him with a sinking feeling in the pit of his stomach."Damn it, Alana…where the heck are you," Ricardo hastily made his way to the garage, where his car was waiting. Thoughts race through his mind, wondering where she could be, what could have happened to her. The fear of the unknown pushed him to drive through the city streets in a desperate attempt to locate Alana.Time seemed to stretch as Ricardo's anxiety grew with every passing moment. But luck shone upon him as he caught a glimpse of a familiar figure walking alone on the sidewalk. Relief flooded his heart, and he quickly parked the car before rushing towards her, fear morphing into a mix of worry and relief."Alana," he called 9ut