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I was lying on my bed, deep in thought as the soft light from the lamp illuminated my room. It was a quiet night, and I wasn't expecting any visitors. The sound of my own thoughts was interrupted only by the distant whisper of tree branches swaying gently in the wind outside.

Suddenly, the door to my room slowly opened, revealing the figure of Gael standing there, his eyes fixed on me. My heart jumped in surprise. I never imagined he would be there at that time of night, especially in my room. I felt a mixture of curiosity and apprehension as he slowly approached, each step filled with palpable tension.

Before I could say anything, his lips found mine in an urgent, passionate kiss. I was momentarily without reaction, surprised by the unexpected gesture. His kiss was intense, full of desire, and I found myself responding to him, my body being carried away by an electric current that ran through every inch of my skin.

However, even surrounded by this whirlwind of emotions, my consciousness was present and the voice of my heart whispered Ravi's name. I embraced my lucidity and, with all the strength I could muster, I broke the kiss, pulling Gael away from me. His eyes met mine, full of confusion and longing.

- No, Gael. We can't do this,” I murmur, fighting to keep my voice steady. - I love Ravi. We can't continue with this. It's wrong.

The words left my lips with a mix of sadness and determination. I knew I had to follow what my heart dictated, even if it meant disappointing Gael. I couldn't allow myself to betray my true feelings, even though the attraction between us was so strong.

- Mariana - He began, his voice trembling. - We need to talk.

I continue to look at him, my eyes full of expectation. I knew he also felt something special between us, but I couldn't imagine how profoundly his next steps would affect what was happening.

- What's going on, Gael? - I ask, my lips trembling.

He takes a deep breath, trying to muster the courage to speak the words that would change everything.

-I... I love you, Mariana - I murmur. -I have loved you since the moment I saw you, but I was afraid of losing you if I confessed my feelings.

My eyes widened in surprise, and my heart was beating so hard it felt like it wanted to escape my chest. I continued to look at him, fighting back the tears that threatened to fall.

- I know that Ravi is the father of your baby, and I respect that. But... I can't keep it inside anymore. I can't bear to see you loving someone else while my heart yearns for you.

There was a moment of heavy silence between us. My eyes filled with tears, and I felt a lump forming in my throat. I didn't want to cause him pain, but I also couldn't keep living this lie.

- Gael... - I began, his voice trembling. - I didn't know... I had no idea that you were his adoptive father.

He tries to get closer to me, breathing through open lips, as his eyes roam over my face.

- I know Ravi is good for you. I know he makes you happy, and I never wanted to interfere with that. But I needed to tell the truth, even if it meant losing your friendship.

Tears were now streaming down my face, and my own heart was in pieces.

Gael and I quickly separate when the bedroom door opens abruptly, our gazes avoiding Ravi's. Words became unnecessary at that moment, as the pain and betrayal were palpable in every breath. The silence was overwhelming, filling the room with a heavy, emotionally charged aura.

Ravi finally found a voice to express his disappointment.

- Mariana... I trusted you. How could you do that? I... - he stammers - loved you.

Ravi's words pierced my heart, and I found myself unable to respond. I was lost in a sea of regret, wishing I could go back and undo everything that happened. But the choices had already been made, and now I needed to face the consequences.

Tears began to stream down my face, silent witnesses of my anguish. I didn't want to hurt anyone, but I ended up causing pain to two people I loved most. My mind was confused, my heart was in pieces, and I felt completely powerless in the face of the situation.

Tension continued to hover in the room, like a dark, ominous cloud. The future that once seemed bright and promising was now clouded by betrayal and uncertainty. I knew I would have to face the consequences of my actions, but I didn't know how or if I could ever repair what was broken.

And so, between painful looks and unspoken words, Gael's unexpected visit to my room left deep marks on our lives. The open wound at that moment contains It would start to hurt, reminding me of the choices I made and the consequences I would have to face.

As soon as Ravi leaves the room with heavy steps, I look at Gael and don't hesitate to go after him.

I was nervous. My thoughts ran rampant as I walked towards Ravi. He was sitting on the edge of his bed, with a serious face and his eyes fixed on the floor. I knew I needed to talk to him, to clarify everything, but I wasn't sure how to start. My heart was racing, the words were tangled in my mind and I hoped to find the courage to face the situation head on.

Finally, I got close enough to talk to Ravi. I sat down next to him, taking deep breaths to calm my anxiety. He looked at me, a mix of curiosity and distrust in his eyes. That was a difficult conversation, but it was important for both of us. I needed him to understand the truth, even if it meant risking our relationship.

- Ravi, we need to talk - I say, my voice shaky but determined. - Regarding what happened with Gael, I need you to understand that it was a mistake, a mess that I didn't want to happen.

He looked at me carefully, his dark eyes searching for answers.

- Mariana, I saw you together. I saw the way you looked at each other, as if you understood without words. It didn't seem like a mistake to me.

I lowered my head, feeling a lump form in my throat. It was difficult to admit my mistakes, to face the weight of my past decisions. But I knew it was necessary.

- I understand how it might seem that way, Ravi. But let me explain the context, because I want you to trust me - I took a deep breath again and started telling the story. I talked about how I met Gael, about the initial attention I felt and how we became closer. I described the connection that seemed to exist between us, as if we shared a secret language that no one else understood. I explained how I let myself be carried away by these feelings, how I allowed myself to dive into something that felt exciting and new.

As I spoke, I saw the expressions on Ravi's face change. Distrust began to give way to understanding. He was listening, absorbing my every word. I continued, describing how, as time passed, I realized that what I felt for Gael was not true love, but just a fleeting illusion. I told him how empty I felt, as if something essential was missing from that connection.

- Mariana, why didn't you tell me this before? - Ravi asks, still resentful about everything.

Now it was my turn to look him in the eye and apologize.

- I never suspected your relationship, although he had already mentioned that he had an adopted son, I never thought it could be you.

He was silent for a moment, processing my words. Then finally he sighed and held my hand.

- Even though this story with Gael left me with doubts. I want to trust you. We can get through this together, for our son.

A smile of relief and gratitude appeared on my face. I knew we had a long way to go, that trust takes time to rebuild, but this was a start. Together, we could overcome obstacles and strengthen our relationship.