Manuel did not return that night. I cried alone in bed and hugged myself. I thought that since Manuel and I had a child, Ezekiel had changed. He is special to me and I can't deny that he made me feel how important I am to him.

I also woke up the next morning with Manuel by my side. He's shirtless and wearing his pants. He seems very tired. I got up and leaned over. I can't explain my feelings...I'm afraid to lose him again. if I could give something to make him feel how much I love him I would. If I can make him feel something so that...