On your birthday, you threw a small party, even though Rafael ignored the day entirely. Only your best friend, Lucas, and Paulina came. Their presence filled you with warmth, reminding you that you were loved. But when you returned home, hoping Rafael had something—anything—for you, he acted as if it was just another day.

Later that evening, the doorbell rang. Lucas was there, sensing your sadness. Without a word, he pulled you into a comforting hug, letting you release the tears you had held back. Once you calmed down, he placed a delicate necklace around your neck, a birthday gift he couldn’t give you in front of others, as it would reveal too much.

Just then, Rafael’s voice echoed from upstairs. Lucas instinctively hid behind a chair as Rafael came down, noticing the necklace. Suspicion clouded his expression. "Who gave you this?" he demanded.

"Lucas did," you replied honestly. Rafael's jealousy flared, his voice rising. "Don’t you think only someone who loves you would give you such gifts?"

Hearing this, Lucas stepped out from hiding and met Rafael's gaze firmly. "Yes, that’s why I gave her the necklace," he declared, finally revealing the love he had kept hidden for two long years.