Carlita narrowed her eyes, staring at Gloria.
— If you think you still have a chance with Jacob, you’re completely wrong, darling. Charlotte has already won his heart, and nothing and no one will change that.
Carlita's words hit Gloria like a dagger. She stepped forward slowly, her gaze burning.
— Say that again, Carlita. Say it again so I can be sure I heard correctly.
Carlita crossed her arms, a provocative smile on her lips.
— Oh, I get it now… You’re still dreaming about it, aren’t you? Marrying Jacob? Well, sorry for you, but he belongs to Charlotte, and—
Carlita didn’t have time to finish. Enraged, Gloria slapped her violently. The retaliation was immediate—Carlita struck her back with twice the force. Furious, they were about to attack each other again, but suddenly, Gloria doubled over, a grimace of pain twisting her face.