Chapter 8 - The Father's Plea
Alejandro walked slowly toward Isabella and Mateo, kneeling down on the marble floor to bring himself to the young boy's eye level.
"Mateo..." Alejandro spoke softly, tears spilling down his cheeks. "I am so sorry. I didn't know... I swear to you, I never knew."
Mateo looked into his father's eyes, seeing the genuine grief and love shining through them.
"Mommy told me you loved the stars," Mateo said gently, pulling a small folded drawing from his pocket. "I drew a rocket ship for you."
Alejandro took the paper with trembling hands, pressing it against his chest as he wept openly.
Isabella looked down at the man who had suffered six years of lies, her heart softening slightly, though her poise remained unshakeable.
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"The truth always finds its way home, Alejandro," Isabella said softly.
👉 What step did Isabella take to ensure Mateo received his rightful inheritance without falling into corporate greed?
