Earlier that day, Miguel's heart had shattered into a million pieces. He had been on his way to surprise Elaine with lunch, hoping to spend a relaxing afternoon together. As he approached the park, he spotted her sitting on a bench, her familiar silhouette bringing a smile to his face. But that smile quickly faded when he saw her lean in and kiss James Carlisle, a powerful second-generation heir from the city.
Michael's world stopped. Time seemed to stretch and warp around him as he watched the scene unfold. The betrayal was like a physical blow, leaving him reeling. Elaine had been his anchor, the one person he trusted and confided in during his toughest times. And now, she was kissing someone else, openly and without remorse.
Rage and sorrow battled for dominance within him as he clenched his fists, struggling to maintain control. He turned on his heel and walked away, each step heavy with the weight of what he had just witnessed. He couldn't confront them now—not in this state. He needed time to think, to process the betrayal and decide his next move.
Back in his dorm room, the pain of betrayal festered into a burning desire for revenge. Miguel knew that James had a reputation for being ruthless, and he was determined to bring him down. He would use every resource the Villegas family had to dismantle James's power and make Elaine regret ever betraying him.
But Miguel also understood that vengeance alone wouldn't fill the void left by Elaine's betrayal. He needed to rebuild his life, to find strength and purpose beyond the pain. With the family's message still echoing in his mind, he resolved to rise above this setback and prove his worth.
The game had changed, and Miguel was ready to play with every ounce of determination he possessed.