Chapter 49
Araceli POV
"Valeria, don't you remember me? Come over here. Let me hug you."
Raphael's voice was gentle, like the snow that gradually melted in early spring. It carried a bit of coolness, but more hope and warmth.
I froze and looked at Valeria.
Valeria stood up, looked at Raphael, and took a slow step.
She spaced out for a second, hesitated about something else, and stopped moving forward.
I gave Krish a look.
Krish immediately understood what I meant, bit his lip, and lowered his head.
That night, he had told Valeria that this man was not worthy of their affection, so Valeria would hesitate at this point.
I had mixed feelings inside, and I didn't know what to do now.
To my surprise, Krish got up, took Valeria's hand, and whispered, "Valeria, do you want to go over t
