Chapter 99

Valeria tried to grab Sebastian's hands that were undoing his buttons, but both her hands were full. A bunch of chocolates slipped through her fingers, but she couldn't pick them up. The two dogs lowered their heads to lick them, and Valeria scolded, "You can't eat chocolate. No!" She fumbled to unlock the door, then hurried to steady the drunken, dazed man as they stepped inside. It was already 10:30 pm, and Selena was asleep. The two dogs had been extra energetic tonight, so Valeria had taken them out for a walk when it was quiet. She hadn't expected to find Sebastian at her front door. Helping to support his tall frame, Valeria guided him to the couch, panting from the effort. Once she removed the leashes, the two dogs circled the man lying on the couch and sniffed him. Then they looked up at Valeria. Potato let out a quiet whine, as if to say, "Mom, I know him." Valeria hushed them. She didn't want them barking, as it would disturb the neighbors. Then she stepped outside