Episode 15

After lunch with Antonio, Kenya decided to seek out Rafael to ask why he had been at the restaurant with Keyza. She went to his apartment, but he wasn't there. She called his phone multiple times, only to realize he had blocked her.

"Where could Rafael be?" Kenya mused to herself.

Kenya decided to drop by the pub, but the staff informed her she was not allowed entry.

"I'm sorry, madam, but you are on the list of undesirable people," they told her.

"Do you know who I am?" Kenya asked with an air of superiority.

"Yes, a person whose name is on the list of undesirables," the staff member replied sarcastically.

"This place actually has a list of undesirables?" Kenya asked with a cynical smile.

"Yes, we do, madam," the employee answered coolly.

"I imagine there must be many names on that list," Kenya said sarcastically.

"Only yours, madam, so please leave as you're bothering other customers."

"Look, you impertinent person, tell Rafael that Kenya Bagirova came to see him!" Kenya exclaimed, losing her patience.

The staff member looked at her indifferently, as if she were an insect. The truth was, everyone at the pub disliked her; Rafael was highly regarded by his employees, and Kenya often caused problems, even threatening to fire them if they didn't do as she wanted. Now that they had ended their relationship, Rafael had said she couldn't enter, and everyone was pleased to eject her.

"I'm sorry, but Mr. Reyes has a family commitment and is not available at the moment."

Rafael was actually celebrating his wedding with Keyza in the company of Susie and Fausto and had requested not to be disturbed.

"Call him immediately, do you have any idea who I am?" Kenya demanded, infuriated.

"SECURITY, WE HAVE SOMEONE CAUSING DISTURBANCES!" the staff member yelled.

Embarrassed, Kenya had to leave as everyone present was staring at her, and worse, she hadn't been able to speak with Rafael.

"This isn't over," Kenya said angrily.

Antonio was in a meeting with the private investigator, incensed because he hadn't found any useful information to approach Keyza and convince her to return to him, even though she was marrying Kenya.

"How do you still not know where Keyza is living?" Antonio asked, annoyed.

"Your ex is more cunning than I assumed," the investigator stated frankly.

"How cunning can she be?" Antonio scoffed.

Antonio remembered seeing her that afternoon with friends, Rafael among them, and this was a problem because the clever man knew many people in the city who could help her. It wasn't likely, though, since they had always had a bad relationship.

"I bet Rafael is hiding her, and if that's the case, that cretin will pay," Antonio vowed, much aggrieved.

"Antonio, I know it's not my place, but I think it's unwise to antagonize Rafael," the investigator suggested.

"Who's afraid of that cuckold?" Antonio mocked.

The investigator shook his head, foreseeing difficult times ahead. Though it was Antonio's choice to head towards his own downfall, he felt compelled to warn him.

"Keep investigating, I want to know everything about Keyza; I just hope she doesn't dare be with another man because she belongs to me," Antonio declared jealously.

The impromptu wedding celebration ended at midnight, the time the pub closed. Keyza looked at the bed where Rafael lay and felt nervous.

"Come to bed, Keyza, we have work tomorrow," Rafael said.

"Just a minute, Rafa, I need to read an email from the dean."

Keyza read it, and her expression instantly changed to one of deep resentment.

"Something wrong?" Rafael asked.

"Read it for yourself," she replied.

Rafael shook his head, wondering what kind of mother Ivana was. She was forcing her daughter to attend her older daughter's engagement party with Keyza's ex-fiance. He had a mischievous idea.

"Time to pay my respects to my in-laws," Rafael said with a cold smile.

Reluctantly, Keyza unblocked her mother to write that she would attend dinner but was bringing a guest and told her to stop trying to contact her.

"I knew this threat would work," Ivana said with a broad smile.

"Keyza's coming to dinner?" Kenya inquired with interest.

"Yes, and everything is ready, so don't worry," Ivana assured her.

Keyza lay in bed, turning her back on Rafael, who pulled her close and embraced her tightly.

"It's going to be okay, so don't be scared," Rafael reassured her with a kiss on the cheek, resting his chin on her shoulder.

"I just know my mother and sister are plotting against me."

"We'll come up with something to thwart those vipers."

Rafael realized she was scared and turned her to face him. Keyza rested her head on his chest, and his scent sent shivers through her.

"Aren't we doing anything tonight, Rafael?" Keyza asked.

Rafael laughed at her daring question; his partner in revenge was increasingly brazen.

"I'm a bit tired, so maybe this time, you should take the lead."

Rafael was pleasantly surprised when Keyza took his words seriously. Although initially timid, she willingly followed his lead, holding her waist, ready to ride him to his satisfaction. Hearing him moan was immensely pleasing, making her feel empowered at the moment.

"You were right, Keyza, you're not that vanilla," Rafael said, utterly spent.

Four days later...

Preparations for a big celebration were underway at the Bagirova residence, but for Andrei, it was a decisive day. When the test results came to his phone shaking hands, Andrei locked himself in his study. "Keyza Bagirova match 99.98%", "Kenya Bagirova match 0%."

"But what is this?" Andrei gasped.

He felt guilty for mistreating his own daughter and always indulging the impostor. Now the problem was how to fix this mess, along with wondering, "Who changed the results, and why?"

"Dad, the guests have started to arrive," Kenya said from the door.

"I'm coming, Kenya," he replied, devoid of emotion.

Andrei resolved to keep the results hidden to find out who was responsible and seek vengeance. Besides, his daughter likely hated him now, and earning her forgiveness would be tough.

"How do I look, Rafael?" Keyza asked.

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Rafael was taken aback because, despite the eccentric look, she was so attractive they needed to leave immediately before desire clouded his reason.

"We should leave now to avoid being late," Rafael mentioned.

"You look really good tonight, too," Keyza said with a smile.

On the drive, Keyza watched Rafael and admired how the formal black suit highlighted his eyes, causing her to blush at her thoughts.

"Please stop looking at me like that; you're embarrassing me," Rafael joked.

"You wish I had such thoughts about you," Keyza responded proudly.

They exchanged jokes throughout the journey, and before they knew it, they were relaxed and had reached their destination.

"Remember, we're in this together," Rafael said, taking her hand.

Andrei was eagerly waiting for Keyza's arrival, knowing he shouldn't approach her or show kindness because it would likely be met with rejection.

"Father, mother, I'm home," Keyza announced coldly.

"Welcome home," Andrei greeted with a smile.

"What a joy that you could come," Ivana said, feigning excitement.

"I had no choice, Mother," Keyza replied coldly.

"Could you explain why you've brought this man?" Ivana demanded, looking disdainfully at Rafael.

"Mother, that man's name is Rafael, and as it is in poor taste to steal someone else's spotlight, I will tell you at the end why he's with me tonight."

Everyone present was surprised not only by Keyza's appearance but also by the identity of her escort.

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