Salvador knocked gently on Austin's bedroom door, his heart heavy with the knowledge of what he had to do. The door creaked open, revealing Austin sitting on his bed, a frown etched on his face."Hey champ, it's time to head back to your mom's place," Salvador said softly, trying to sound cheerful despite the somber task at hand.Austin's frown deepened, and he crossed his arms stubbornly. "But I don't want to go back there," he grumbled, his voice filled with frustration.Salvador sighed, understanding the boy's reluctance. "I know it's tough, buddy. But we have to follow the rules," he explained gently, sitting down beside Austin on the bed.Austin's shoulders slumped in defeat, and he nodded reluctantly. "I guess so," he mumbled, his voice barely above a whisper.Lia reached out to ruffle Austin's hair affectionately. "You can always come back and visit anytime you want, okay? The Maroons will always be here for you," he reassured him, offering a comforting smile.Austin managed a
Leah sat outside her house, her eyes red and swollen from crying. She had been lost in her thoughts, consumed by the weight of her failures, when she heard the familiar sound of a car pulling up in the driveway. She looked up to see Salvador stepping out of the car, Austin by his side.As Austin rushed inside, eager to be back in his own room to play, Leah's heart ached with longing. She missed the comfort of her family, the familiarity of her surroundings. But more than anything, she missed Salvador.Salvador approached her, his expression unreadable. Leah felt a surge of hope and desperation wash over her. Maybe, just maybe, there was a chance for them to reconcile."Salvador," Leah whispered, her voice barely above a whisper. "I'm sorry. I'm so sorry for everything."Salvador regarded her silently for a moment before speaking. "Leah, there's something you need to know," he began, his tone serious.Leah's heart skipped a beat, anticipation coursing through her veins. Maybe he was go
As Leah trudged along the sidewalk on her way to work, her phone rang, interrupting her thoughts. She glanced at the caller ID and saw that it was Ted. Curiosity piqued, she answered the call."Hello?" Leah greeted tentatively."Hey, Leah," Ted's voice came through the line, sounding unusually eager. "I was thinking we should meet up and talk. I have an idea that could help you."Leah's brow furrowed in confusion. "What kind of idea?"Ted hesitated for a moment before replying, "Well, you know how you want to get the company and Salvador back, right?"Leah's heart skipped a beat at the mention of Salvador's name. "Yes, of course," she replied, her voice tinged with longing."Great," Ted said, his tone growing more enthusiastic. "I think I have a plan that could help you achieve that. But we'd have to work together."Leah's interest was piqued. "What kind of plan?" she asked, leaning in closer to her phone.Ted took a deep breath before explaining, "I was thinking we could fake a relat
Leah walked through the front door of her home, exhaustion weighing heavily on her shoulders. The facade of pretending to be a changed person at work had drained her, and she longed to let her guard down in the comfort of her own home.With a heavy sigh, Leah made her way to Austin's room. She hoped that spending time with her son would provide some solace from the turmoil of her day. As she entered his room, she found Austin engrossed in his books, his attention focused intently on his studies."Hey, Austin," Leah greeted him, trying to muster up some enthusiasm despite her weariness.Austin glanced up from his books, offering his mother a small smile. "Hi, Mom," he replied, his voice tinged with curiosity.Leah took a seat on the edge of his bed, her mind racing with thoughts of Salvador and her desperate desire to win him back. She couldn't shake the feeling that if she could just get Salvador to feel sorry for her, he might be more inclined to give her another chance."Listen, Au
The Maroon family gathered around the dinner table, their faces illuminated by the soft glow of candlelight as they eagerly awaited Salvador's speech. It was a momentous occasion, one that marked Salvador's official induction into the family fold.As Salvador stood before his new family members, he felt a surge of pride and gratitude wash over him. It was a surreal moment, to be surrounded by people who welcomed him with open arms despite his past deception.Clearing his throat, Salvador began his speech, his voice steady and confident as he addressed his family y. He expressed his gratitude for their warm welcome and spoke of his excitement about joining the family again and the family business too. "I know that my past actions may have caused some distrust," Salvador admitted, his gaze sweeping across the faces of his family members. "But I assure you, I am committed to making amends and earning your trust, Leaving home as a young boy taught me life lessons and even though it cause
Leah sat in her room, her mind spinning with thoughts about Kelvin's offer. She needed someone to talk to, someone who could offer her advice and guidance. With a sigh, she reached for her phone and dialed her cousin's number."Hey, it's Leah," she said when her cousin picked up. "I need to talk to you about something."Her cousin's voice came through the phone, tinged with curiosity. "Sure, Leah. What's on your mind?"Leah hesitated for a moment, unsure of how to broach the subject. "It's about Kelvin," she began tentatively. "He wants me to pretend to be his girlfriend to throw Salvador off track."There was a pause on the other end of the line before her cousin responded, her tone incredulous. "Seriously? Kelvin wants you to fake a relationship with him?" she exclaimed. "That's ridiculous!"Leah nodded, even though her cousin couldn't see her. "I know, but I'm not sure what to do," she admitted. "I don't want to go along with it, but I don't know if I have any other options."Her co
Salvador had made special arrangements for dinner that evening. He wanted to express his gratitude to Flora for everything she had done, including pretending to be his girlfriend. As Flora arrived, Salvador greeted her warmly, inviting her inside."Thank you for coming, Flora," Salvador said, smiling warmly. "I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you for all your support during these challenging times."Flora returned his smile, taking a seat at the table. "Of course, Salvador," she replied. "I'm happy to be here."Salvador poured them each a glass of wine, setting the mood for their conversation. "So, how are your new projects going?" he asked, genuinely interested in Flora's endeavors.Flora's eyes lit up as she spoke about her projects, sharing her excitement and enthusiasm with Salvador. "They're going well," she said. "I've been putting in a lot of work, and I'm proud of what I've accomplished so far."Salvador nodded, impressed by Flora's dedication and passion. "That's won
As Salvador stepped into the boardroom, he was met with a mixture of curious glances and respectful nods from the members of the board. It was his first official meeting with them since his true identity had been revealed, and he was determined to make it count."Good morning, everyone," Salvador began, his voice steady and confident. "Thank you for gathering here today. I'm excited to discuss our plans for the upcoming year and how we can continue to grow and innovate as a company."The board members nodded in agreement, their expressions attentive as Salvador outlined his vision for the company. He spoke passionately about his goals for expansion, diversification, and sustainability, and the board listened intently, offering their insights and suggestions along the way.As the meeting progressed, Salvador's confidence only seemed to grow. He fielded questions with ease, addressing each one thoughtfully and articulately. The board members were impressed by his knowledge and expertise