Perhaps in another time, in another life, Valeria could have been able to say the words she wanted to say, but for now, only the truth came out.

“Go, Alan. It's better if you go.”

The doctor lowered his head, clearly understanding what those words meant. He had believed he could win Valeria’s heart after his return, but no matter how much she denied it, there was no way to make room in a heart that was already occupied.

“I'm going to refer you to a colleague to keep an eye on you, okay?”

Val