The Casa Del Castaneda

Uninterested

“So representative? Meaning?” Paloma knitted his brows in a displeasure.

“Yes, as you heard earlier. I couldn't possibly go abroad often. After all, my age is no longer young. You know for yourself how far the mileage is between Mexico and Spain,” explains Rogelio. “I think you can be relied upon in this. I will lead you slowly. Anyway, you can all visit Nilo's grave while in Spain.”

Paloma did not respond. He bowed, then nodded slowly. I don't know what his life will be like. He just wants to build himself up, be someone much better. However, Paloma did not want to give up or fall again. The offer from Rogelio, might be the first step to start his big intention. “Alright, Father. I received the offer earlier,” said Paloma sure.

“Good,” reply Rogelio pleased. “The first thing you should do is leave this house. Stay in my house. It would be a lot easier if you were there. That way, I can save time and effort.”

“Then, how about this house?” Paloma still seemed to object.

“Do not worry. I'll have people clean it twice a week. That way, this place will not be neglected or dirty. I have prepared all plans, shortly after deciding to cooperate with Mr. Castaneda,” Rogelio explained.

Paloma nodded back. He was allowed to stay one more day there, to pack his things. Paloma's memory goes back to the necklace she left to Sebastian.

If he met again with the handsome widower, no matter what silliness the man would command him. Paloma also felt surprised, because Sebastian seemed reluctant to end his sentence. But Paloma thought again. For what he must always follow what Sebastian tells him.

Paloma, bring some stuff from the house. He included photos of his late father and mother, as well as other items considered of high historical value. At about nine o'clock in the night, the hazel-eyed beauty had just climbed into bed. Before closing his eyes, Paloma was pensive for a while, while staring at the ceiling of the room. He just hopes tonight is no longer a nightmare about Rafael.

The next day, Rogelio returns to Carlos' house to pick up Paloma, who happens to be ready to leave. While en route, Rogelio receives a phone call from the butler. He said that there was an unexpected guest at Rogelio's residence.

The middle-aged man was already able to guess who came this time. What Rogelio thought was true. Rafael and Tatiana are in Mexico. Paloma's husband was immediately allowed to enter by the gatekeeper.

“Dad,” greet Rafael. He started to lower the ego. The man greeted Rogelio politely, despite looking a little awkward.

“How are you?” hello Rogelio is normal.

“As you can see,” replied Rafael. The man's tail then turned towards Paloma, who was unwilling to look at him. Rafael did not intend to say hello, especially to shake hands with the woman who was still his wife.

“How are you, Mrs Vidal?” Rafael greets and greets Tatiana.

“Very good, Mr. Gallardo. Thank you,” sahut Tatiana. He sat down, after Rogelio had invited him.

“When did you arrive from Spain?” ask Rogelio.

“Burn. There are some work matters that I have to finish first,” explained Rafael.

“Master Gallardo was right, darling. You better finish this fast.” Tatiana.

“Good. I agree,” sahut Rafael. The tail of the man's eyes turned back to Paloma who was still throwing his face. Rafael did not want to take a headache, with the attitude of the beautiful woman.

Rogelio immediately contacted the lawyer in question. He made an appointment that day. They agreed to have a meeting later at the lawyer's office. “We get these things done one by one. After settling the divorce legally, then proceed with the cancellation of the marriage to the church. This process will take a long time. I want, during the process of cancellation of the marriage from the church is not finished, Rafael settled here.”

Raphael and Tatiana are shocked to hear Rogelio's unilateral decision. They looked at each other for a moment with an incomprehensible look. Rafael then turned his attention back to his adoptive father. “Why, Dad? For what?” his question was protest.

“What are you going back to Spain for? Your marriage to Mrs Vidal is not recognised. I want you to stay here first and reflect. That's also if you still think of me as your father,” said Rafael.

“Dad, please,” pinta Rafael. “I have great respect and will certainly never forget your kindness. But ...”

Rogelio did not respond to Rafael's refusal with words. The owner of Estrella Pharmacies only shows a sharp highlight full of intimidation, which indicates that he did not receive the slightest rebuttal.

Rafael looked back at Tatiana. The man seemed to ask for the opinion of the woman, who had been his life companion all this time.

“Rafael has a job in Spain. He can't leave in too long, Mr. Gallardo,” protests Tatiana.

“The age is modern, Mrs Vidal. There are many ways to work around it,” reply Rogelio quiet, but sound assertive.

“Yes, that's right. However, it is still different.” Tatiana continues to dispute Rogelio's decision.

“Sorry, Mrs Vidal. Rafael is my son. She is also Paloma's husband. You actually do not have the right to interfere in this matter,” Rogelio asserted. “If the affair between Rafael and Paloma has been completely completed, then please. I'll never stop him. However, as long as the divorce issue between the two of them is not resolved, then I want Rafael to remain in Mexico. He must take responsibility in the process of solving this problem. Not just accept sorted, then act as if nothing ever happened.”

“Originally you know, Mrs Vidal. I've been taking care of Rafael since he was a kid. I have always instilled the values of responsibility in my son. It's all so that he grows up to be a real man, who can behave like a man. Not being a coward hiding under the armpits of women.” Firm and so poignant, the words that Rogelio addressed to Tatiana.

"I know that and will not doubt it, Mr. Gallardo. However, I don't want Rafael to leave Spain for too long. How can you think so short?" Tatiana shook her head not understanding.

"Rafael is Paloma's husband. Whether you like it or not, you should be aware of that. If you miss Rafael, there are many ways to deal with him, Mrs Vidal. However, what has become my decision, I will not be interested anymore." Rogelio did not loosen his tone.

"A very silly decision!" Tatiana snorted in annoyance.

"I don't care even if you don't like my decision. Because it's not important. So, if you feel any objection, then please return to Spain" Rogelio said.