CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND FOURTEEN – A STRONG CASE

The next morning, they presented their findings to Suso. They laid out the evidence methodically - the security footage, Carlos's testimony, the private investigator's report, and all the supporting documents they had gathered over the weeks. Suso listened silently, his expression unreadable. When they finished, he sat back in his chair and let out a long breath. "I can't believe it," he said finally, a smile breaking across his face. "You two have done it. This... this could save the café." Rebecca and Zaya beamed at each other, feeling a mix of pride, relief, and exhaustion. "We couldn't let you down, Suso," Rebecca said. "This place, it's more than just a job. It's a home." Zaya nodded in agreement. "We protect our own." Suso stood up and surprised them both by pulling them into a hug. "Thank you," he said, his voice thick with emotion. "Both of you. I don't know how I can ever repay you for this." As they reveled in their success, Rebecca couldn't help but feel a twinge of n