Micaela burst into laughter.
Seeing her smile, Carlos rubbed her head with satisfaction.
-For Javier, Natalia has all kinds of favors, whether they include love or not, I don’t know and I don’t care to know. And you don’t need to worry about it either, just stay by my side, ok?
Micaela nodded her head and asked:
-You’ve asked him not to tell Natalia that he’s out in the open, but what will happen if he does anyway?
-He’ll definitely tell Natalia everything.
Micaela was confused.
Carlos smiled.
-Tontorron, so smart is Natalia, how is it possible that she doesn’t know the truth with Javier’s abrupt interruption of collaboration?
Micaela was a little anxious.
-Then, what’s the point of doing that?
-I’m just going to let Natalia know that she can do whatever she wants. Her ally that she personally cultivated and painstakingly hid in my company was easily unearthed by me. I am ready for any challenge she wants to mount.
At that time, it was not yet unknown who Javier would be working with!
The pawn cultivated by her, would they do her bidding, or would she strike back?
Just thinking about it, Carlos felt a sense of satisfaction, the satisfaction of conquering the powerful!
Seeing Micaela’s look of admiration, Carlos smiled and gave a peck on the lips.
-Did you understand everything?
Micaela nodded, but shook her head immediately.
-It’s okay, it’s okay if I don’t understand, it’s enough if I follow you.
Carlos’ heart suddenly warmed up and he hugged her tightly.
-No, don’t follow me, you have to be by my side.
Micaela nodded with emotion….
The phone rang on the table, it was Alba’s call.
Micaela got up.
-I’m going to chat with Alba, you can concentrate on business.
Carlos made her pull back and sit down again, then kissed her and let her go after a while.
Micaela’s face was completely flushed. This Carlos, it was, it was…
Speechless, the woman walked into the living room with the phone and closed the door. The ringing was over, so Micaela called her back.
Alba answered immediately.
-Micaela, you have a program recording tomorrow, remember to tell Mr. Aguayo. It will take a day.
Micaela agreed and asked:
-Where are you, Alba?
-I’m in Ernesto’s company. Look, Micaela, I didn’t know before that this guy really has a decent life. The company is very big and he seems to make pretty good money!
Ernesto’s disgruntled voice came from the other end of the phone:
-Hey, is there any girlfriend who talks like that about her boyfriend? So you always thought he was a punk on the street, huh?
It made Micaela laugh.
Alba ran straight to the balcony.
-Micaela, I’ve seen a lot of pictures of me.
-What?
Micaela didn’t understand.
-It’s just that, she’s developed a lot of the pictures you took when we went to experience paragliding. Not only these, there are a lot of pictures of me in the office, in the living room, and everywhere….
Alba’s voice was full of sweetness.
Micaela was very happy for her.
-That means he’s been in love with you for a long time already!
-Micaela, but the more he does it, the more I’m afraid to forget him….
Looking out the window at the traffic, Alba felt a little discouraged.
-Alba, it won’t happen. You have to be brave, and don’t let yourself live in anxiety. He has tried so hard to get to you, you have to answer him firmly, do you understand?
Tears welled up in Alba’s eyes. She turned around to look inside. Ernesto was working at the computer, opening folders from time to time and twirling a pen in his hand….
Micaela was right. Living in the moment, they couldn’t abandon love out of fear. Maybe it would have turned out beautifully?
Even if the outcome wasn’t good, it would be worth experiencing happiness in the process, wouldn’t it?
She also wanted to give Ernesto, all her love.
***
The next day came as planned.
In Pioneer Leisure’s largest and most luxurious indoor studio, everything was ready.
Eric sat in the audience along with the families of the stars who were to take the stage, and the audience who had bought tickets. The auditorium, with a capacity of one thousand people, was full.
-I’m so excited, let the show start soon!
-Yes, this edition of Pioneer Leisure is really great!
-From the Games to the field trip, I can’t remember how many times I’ve seen it!
-I’m super excited about this day!
-They’ve compiled the entire route of their trip on the internet, I’m going to personally tour it after this episode!
-I’m thinking the same thing too! bring me!
Listening to the euphoric comments, Eric was also very cheerful. A variety show that achieved such a reputation was undoubtedly a great success.
Hiking had also been given all sorts of positive and uplifting meanings. Especially the episode in which the children who were about to be kidnapped and sold were rescued brought many tears. Everyone was spreading positive energy and mythologizing Micaela and Carlos.
And the village where they were chased by chickens, ducks, geese and dogs also attracted attention. The photographer took a full view of the village when Carlos and Micaela were out for a walk. This provoked the desire of numerous people to travel there. Many young people were willing to return to their hometown to protect the beauty and develop tourism while maintaining its original appearance.
The small, backward village was gradually becoming richer.
Eric was a little touched and felt that he had grown a lot because of that trip.
The stage lights suddenly dimmed.
The noisy scene quieted down instantly.
The show was about to begin.
Pioneer Leisure always performed off the beaten path, he was already attracting attention and whetting people’s appetites before the presenters arrived!
In the darkness, a white light appeared and illuminated the back of the stage. Everyone burst into cheers.
On stage were Alba, in a white dress, and Ernesto in a black casual suit, a very striking combination of black and white.
Alba’s hand rested on Ernesto’s shoulder, a rather ordinary gesture, but one that gave a feeling of love.
-I was attracted to Alba and Ernesto, because the scenes involving the two of them were always funny and sweet.
-That’s right, and I’m sure Mr. Mancebo loves Alba very much. The episode where she was bitten by a snake really touched me when Mr. Mancebo sucked the venom for her!
Amidst the chatter from the audience, the couples came on stage with the lights and struck an attractive pose. The applause continued unabated.
The last remaining position in the center would undoubtedly be for Micaela and Carlos who had not yet appeared.
The light came on abruptly and illuminated Carlos and Micaela. With no applause or shouting, the studio was so quiet you could hear a pin drop. Everyone held their breath and stared at the stage.
After a long time, someone finally shouted:
-Mr. Aguayo, go ahead and kiss her!