Lucia The reason why I want to keep Gabriel a secret is because I don’t want to confront the truth. Deep down, I have always known it, but I have chosen to ignore it. I am aware that I have everything to lose int this situation, as it has always been the case. However, I have come to terms with the fact that I need to face reality and listen to my inner voice. “Santiago, you startled me!” I exclaim clutching my chest and gasping for air, scanning my surroundings, while his gaze remains fixed on me. “Seriously, Lucia?” He scolds me. “Out of all the men in the world, you chose him?” Here we go. “Who says I chose him?” I retort. “You know what I mean,” he says in a serious tone. “And don’t try to be clever because you were staring at him with lust, and he almost devoured you in front of

