CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND NINETY SIX – A BREAK FOR MAMA

As the days turned into weeks, Karina and Miguel settled into a rhythm of sorts. They learned to tag-team diaper changes, to decipher Isabella's different cries, and to treasure the quiet moments when she slept peacefully in their arms. One morning, as they sat in the kitchen, Isabella contentedly drinking her bottle, Karina broached a subject that had been on her mind. "Miguel, I've been thinking. We should have a small gathering to introduce Isabella to our closest friends and family." Miguel's eyes lit up. "That's a great idea! We could invite the board members, some key business partners—" Karina cut him off gently. "I was thinking more along the lines of a intimate get-together. Just our immediate family and closest friends." Miguel looked momentarily disappointed, but then nodded. "You're right, of course. But let me handle the arrangements. I promise I won't go overboard." Karina raised an eyebrow skeptically but agreed. A week later, Karina found herself staring in disbe