Chapter 24 Why Now?（1）

• "But if we talk to Grandma together..." Valeria pressed herself against Máximo's chest. "She might listen to us..."
• Máximo furrowed his brow with a hint of annoyance and discomfort. Valeria realized she was losing him—this wasn't how her plan was supposed to unfold.
• In the midst of her desperation, thinking she could seduce him, she threw herself at him, intertwining her arms around Máximo's neck and pressing her lips against his with all her might.