Chapter 40

Carlita had immediately noticed the change in Gloria's attitude, who, just a few hours earlier, hadn't hesitated to lash out at her in the restaurant. Now, faced with the truth, she seemed defenseless. Gently setting her fork down, Carlita locked her penetrating gaze with Gloria's, who struggled to find her words.

— What? Where did your rage from a few hours ago go? Carlita said with a sharp tone. Oh, I get it. You got a call from your husband... or is it your sister who told you who I really am to Samson?

Gloria, troubled, lowered her eyes before beginning to apologize.

— I’m really sorry, Carlita. If I had known it was you... If Samson had warned me of your arrival, I would have taken the time to think before acting the way I did. The problem is... I have such a hard time trusting him right now. He’s becoming more distant. He spends his days with other women, even his personal secretary... so when I saw you with him, I couldn’t hold back. I thought that...