Chapter 166: Her Choice

Even though it might not seem like the best decision, Cruz was determined to follow through with his choice. If Maria chose him, then no matter the challenges ahead, Cruz was ready to face them—even if it meant enduring pain or hardship. Cruz had already made up his mind. He didn’t know if his decision was the right one, but he was willing to take the gamble. He could not imagine his life without Maria. He knew this might seem foolish, but to him, it felt right. He didn't care whether others agreed with him or not; their opinions didn't matter. Right now, all Cruz wanted was to find Maria. He needed to see her, though he didn’t know how to approach her, what to say, or how to explain everything that had happened. He just felt an overwhelming desire to be near her, to speak with her, and to share everything on his mind. As he looked around at the grand blueprint of his life, Cruz felt a fleeting moment of uncertainty. He wanted Maria to be part of his future, but did Maria want to be