15 Miguel M

You'd gone with your friends to see Black Phone 2 because your boyfriend, Miguel, was in it. You were excited, ready to see him on the big screen… until that scene came on: Ernesto kissing Gwen. Your stomach clenched, but you forced yourself to keep smiling, joking with your friends as if nothing was wrong. Even so, throughout the entire movie, you felt that little emptiness nagging at your chest. When you got home, Miguel greeted you with his usual sweetness, leaning in to kiss your cheek. But you barely moved, just enough for him to understand that something was wrong. Miguel didn't say anything, but his eyes said it all: he was worried, confused, trying to read you. While you were cooking, you heard his footsteps slowly approaching. Before you could react, you felt his arms gently encircle your waist. He rested his head on your shoulder and placed a quiet kiss on your cheek, as if to erase any doubt. "I know you're upset about that kiss I gave Madi in the movie," he whispered close to your ear, his voice low . "But... do you know who I love more than anyone else in this life? You." Carefully, he took the knife from your hands, set it aside, and turned you toward him. There was something in his gaze, a warm gleam that made you feel seen and at peace. One of his hands rested on your waist, gently guiding you, while the other took your right hand. She began to move with you, as if you were in the middle of a silent dance. There was no music, only the sound of her soft laughter and the gentle thump of your hearts beating close together. At first, you tried to keep a straight face… but it was no use. That tender, unexpected moment ended up bringing a wide, genuine smile to your face, one that lit up the whole room. And Miguel, seeing her, smiled even more, as if that gesture of yours was the most valuable thing in the world.