Chapter 87. Her Resentment

"Where are you going?" Hector's voice interrupted my thoughts as he entered our room. He seemed to have just woken up, possibly from Amari's room, where they both slept. His forehead creased as he surveyed me from head to toe.

"You didn't mention you had plans today," he noted, settling onto the bed and watching me intently as he smoothed down my hair and checked my face.

"Just to the law firm. I need to speak with someone," I replied, meeting his gaze.

His mouth parted slightly, and I found my eyes drawn to his lips, inviting me to kiss him. Despite just waking up, he looked strikingly handsome, even more so with his disheveled appearance.

"Who?" he inquired further, drawing me closer into his embrace.

"It's Doña Valeria..." I began, feeling a hint of uncertainty.

His brow furrowed deeper, and he licked his lips while clenching his jaw.

"Why?" he pressed, his voice resonating in the room. I swallowed nervously.

"I'm not sure