Marta didn't respond immediately, savouring Rodrigo's warm embrace as he held her tighter and tighter, his heart beating rapidly. In that moment, she said,

"It doesn't matter that you did that, I'll talk to Dad, alright?" she assured, pulling away slightly to look at him.

"I'd rather do it myself, man to man," Rodrigo said, holding her gaze.

"No!" Marta hurried to say, and added, "Daughters know best. I'll tell Mum to help me, you'll see, she'll convince them. And Bella must have realised by now and she'll help me, do you really want to do this?"

"Yes," Rodrigo responded firmly, "If you want it too."

"Of course I do....