She took me to the hotel and said to the receptionist: —“Give me the room farthest

The hotel suite, bathed in golden light from the setting sun, felt like a symbol of how far I’d come. Just two years ago, I could never have imagined this life.

Elena was the catalyst—sophisticated yet wild, nurturing yet daring. Our unconventional arrangement gave me more than comfort and luxury; it gave me confidence, poise, and a vision for my future. Over dinner, she shared her past with warmth and resilience, while encouraging me to follow my own path.

Thanks to her support, my exams had gone well, and I now dreamed of scholarships and a future free from poverty. That night, lying beside her, I realized our bond had become something profound—beyond expectations or norms.

At dawn, I vowed to honor her lessons, embrace new opportunities, and continue writing my story with courage and hope.