Chapter 101. Running from the Truth

Adriel

I could hardly believe what had just happened. Once again, I gave in to my impulses, succumbing to desire and having sex with Manuela. There was no excuse for this behavior other than my boiling hormones.

I couldn't use the excuse that I was trying to escape from what I felt for Cecilia because she didn't cross my mind at any moment today. Only now do I realize that she didn't have space in my mind all day long.

Manuela remains silent beside me, and I wonder what she is thinking now. Maybe it's best to leave. I can't allow Manuela to have expectations about us. At this moment, I am completely focused on my campaign for the Senate, and any involvement with her could harm my public image. Manuela would only serve to disrupt my political goals.

With a heavy sigh, I get up from the bed and dress quickly. Politics comes first, and I can't afford to be distracted by personal issues at this crucial moment in my career, especially now, when not even Cecilia ha