Chapter 23: The Necklace

Mr. and Mrs. Sanchez exchanged a quick, furtive glance, their minds racing to find a believable explanation for their daughter's absence.

"Oh, Leo, we were just...discussing the unusual weather. It's been so unpredictable lately,"Mr. Sanchez stumbled.

Mrs. Sanchez nodded softly, her voice barely audible, "Yes, the weather has been quite erratic."

Leo's expression remained unchanged, but a hint of doubt flickered in his eyes. "Really? Well, if you're sure, then I'll go."

Leo entered the bedroom and discovered Andrea applying makeup at the vanity mirror.

"Andrea," Leo called out, "we need to talk now."

Andrea paused, her eyes filled with a mixture of surprise and concern. "What's the matter, Leo?"

"I overheard your parents talking about me," Leo said, his voice filled with emotion.

"And it wasn't positive."

Andrea's eyes widened. "That can't be true. They adore you a lot."

"I heard them," Leo insisted. "They regret choosing me as their son-in-law."

Andrea's face grew pale. "No, that's i

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