My husband invited his boss to our house, but just before he arrived, he looked at me with disgust and whispered, “Stay in the bedroom. I’m ashamed to have you seen like this. If my boss sees you, you’ll ruin my promotion.”

said, taking a step toward her. “He wants to be a trauma surgeon. Just like you.”

Sergio took out a business card and gently placed it on the table. “I’ve spent thirteen years wishing I could find you to say thank you.”

Alejandro remained rigid in the hallway, jaw clenched and posture tight with anger.

After Sergio finally left, Alejandro slammed the door and spun toward his wife. “Did you seriously have to come wandering out the second he walked back in?!”

Mariana stared at him, unable to understand his