Stay Away

The Monteiro’s Home

Pablo pulled up to the grand estate. Carmen let out a sharp sigh, bracing herself for the inevitable encounter with Romero. As they entered the mansion, Carmen’s footsteps felt heavy, each one bringing her closer to the cold, distant man she was now bound to.

Pablo led the way, heading straight for Romero’s bedroom. The door creaked open, and there he was, sitting in his wheelchair at his favorite spot, in the window, staring outside.

Romero barely acknowledged their presence, his posture was as rigid as ever.

“Boss, we’re back. I thought you’d like to hear how things went at the company today. But before that…” Pablo paused and glanced at Carmen, a sly smile playing on his lips. “What do you think of your wife's transformation?”