One day, Berbadette decided to have a coffee after her make up trial...
The café is quiet, with soft jazz playing in the background. Bernadette sits at a corner table, sipping her coffee. Her makeup is flawless, reflecting the attention she gave to her trial earlier. She looks serene, but there's a hint of melancholy in her eyes as she gazes out the window.
The café door opens, and Maxim steps in spotting Bernadette, he approaches her table with hesitant steps.
Maxim: (voice trembling) "Bernadette... I didn't expect to find you here...How are you?"
Bernadette looks up, surprised but not entirely pleased to see him. She takes a moment to compose herself before speaking.
Bernadette: (coolly) "Maxim. What are you doing here?"
Maxim: (pleading) "I want to have coffee too... can i share your table?"
Bernadette did not reply.
Maxim: Please, just hear me out. I know I don't deserve your forgiveness, but I need to apologize. I've made so many mistakes, and I realize how much I've hurt you...and I love you still."
Bernadette's expression hardens, but she remains seated, her eyes fixed on Maxim.
Bernadette: "You have a lot of nerve approaching me again after everything. What makes you think I'd want to hear anything you have to say?"
Maxim: (desperate) "I know, I know. I'm sorry for what I did. I was selfish and thoughtless. But I've been thinking about what I lost, and it's tearing me apart. I'm asking for a second chance—"
Bernadette:(cutting him off) "A second chance? Maxim, once living in gell surrounded by lies and betrayal is more than enough. I'm with someone now who respects and loves me, who values our relationship. I am getting married."
Maxim: "I understand that. I just... I've changed. I'm not asking you to take me back right away, but maybe—"
Bernadette:(standing up, her tone firm) "Maxim, you need to leave. I've moved on, and so should you."
Maxim looks at her with a mix of regret and sadness, but he nods, knowing there's nothing more he can say.
Maxim: "I'm sorry, Bernadette. I truly am."
As he walks away, Bernadette sits back down, a mixture of relief and sadness on her face. She takes a deep breath and sips her coffee, trying to find solace in the moment.
Bernadette: (muttering to herself) "It's over. It's really over."
The café's quiet ambiance returns, and Bernadette, reflecting on her new life and future with Dr. Alexander, finds a renewed sense of peace.
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Embers of Betrayal
RandomBernadette Lacuesta seemed to have it all-a beautiful home, a successful husband, and a life most would envy. With her graceful elegance and a timeless sense of style, she was the picture of a perfect wife, standing by the side of Maxim Cuevas, a co...
