Maliyla's POV "I love you," Hector whispered to me. My heart fluttered at Hector's whispered words, and a rush of warmth spread throughout my body. I couldn't help but smile, feeling a mix of joy and vulnerability as his confession sank in. "I love you too," I replied, my voice barely above a whisper. All my doubts and insecurities melted away at that moment, replaced by a deep sense of connection and trust. I knew that our love was something special, something worth cherishing. The dinner date was something I had been looking forward to. Despite not knowing where we were going, I was happy to be able to enjoy some alone time with Hector. As soon as I entered the room, I went to the bathroom and showered. While I washed my hair, I felt excitement and anticipation for the evening ahead,

