Chapter 45

“You want to get married to me?” Renata adjusted, using her elbow to support her balance so she could look him in the eyes. Domingo paused as he adjusted as well. “You don’t want to marry me?” She frowned, her lips quivered in uncertainty. “What…?” “No… no…” she cleared her throat stylishly. “Is it because of Santiago or is it Constanza?” He asked, his hand cupping a part of her face. She lowered her eyes, playing with her fingers as she pondered what would come out of her mouth next. “I’m legally divorced… but…” “You are ashamed of me?” His voice cracked as he asked. She quickly raised her head to look at him. Her eyes were searching for his, but he was doing the same thing… he was searching for the answers and fear in her eyes too. “I’m scared,” she whimpered, tears rolling down her cheeks. “Come here,” he pulled her to his chest while kissing her hair softly. “We can talk about this later, right?” He whispered. She nodded, sniffing back the tears, and raised her eyes to his. “What’s