He told her to raise the baby on her own… but 18 months later, when she saw her three children at the airport, her entire world shattered.

truly want to be a father, you’re going to have to learn from the beginning.

Santiago nodded, weeping.

— I will.

She didn’t answer.

She walked toward the boarding gate with her three children, her back straight and her heart in pieces — but free.

Santiago watched until they disappeared.

The half-eaten cookie was still in his hand.

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