An old woman was asking passersby for bread, but one day a fancy SUV stopped near her...

Carmen lived a long and difficult life her husband was a sailor and she often didn't see him for long periods so she practically raised their four children on her own she invested all her strength and energy into her beloved sons and daughter carman's husband died early and as a sailor's Widow the state provided her with a decent amount of money additionally she received a pension however it turned out that all three sons in whom she invested everything she could grew up ungrateful they believed that their mother didn't need anything in her old age and took all the money she received buying her only the most essential products bread cheese pasta grains milk butter fruits and vegetables Carmen didn't complain because she truly believed she needed almost nothing her children still meant everything to her by something for the grandchildren Carmen once said when her eldest child Victor came for money her sons took turns taking her savings certainly he nodded preparing to leave it's just a Pity that I hardly ever see them K inside mom you know they're always at school they don't even have time to hang out with friends and it's not close for them to come to you I understand of course I live on the outskirts and you're in the center but sometimes you could bring them over couldn't you I miss them so much the old woman admitted looking plaintively at her son maybe we'll bring them over during the holidays if we don't go anywhere Victor rudely replied quickly pecked his mother on the cheek got into the car and drove away Carmen sighed again usually during the holidays Victor and his wife and two children went abroad the middle son Pedro had no children yet he and his wife worked constantly wanting to save money for a new house the youngest son Diego had only recently graduated from University and was not yet married he was actively looking for a job and he also needed money carman's daughter Sophia studied abroad she managed to get into a prestigious foreign University on a scholarship the old woman rarely saw her Sophia didn't have money to travel home and besides she didn't know that her brothers were taking money from their mother and often sent her small sums herself Carmen understood that if she told her daughter how her sons behaved the children would inevitably quarrel so the old woman preferred to remain silent family Harmony was most important to her Sophia wrote her touching letters and Carmen eagerly awaited the end of her daughter's university studies fearing that she might want to stay there what if she falls in love with someone and gets married or she gets a job offer then I'll be completely alone Carmen sigh to herself she understood that she couldn't rely on her sons her daughter was her only hope and support Sophia wrote that she missed home a lot and wanted to see her mother brothers and friends as soon as possible which somewhat reassured the old woman Carmen carefully kept her daughter's letters in a beautiful box the sons came for money and brought groceries once a month on one of his visits Pedro took the money and hurried to the airport he had an important business meeting in another city he told his mother that his assistant would bring groceries in the morning however busy Pedro completely forgot to warn him in the morning Carmen tried to call her son but his phone was turned off the eldest son Victor and his family had gone to the seaside and the youngest Diego had gone to a music festival with his friends the woman checked the cupboards and realized there were no groceries left she wanted to go to her neighbor and ask for something but the neighbor had gone to visit her children the poor old woman couldn't think of anything better than going to the square near the market there she began asking passers by to buy her bread the poor woman felt very embarrassed many ignored her others hurried passed not hearing what she was saying Carmen was completely desperate when suddenly expensive Jeep stopped right in front of her the old woman recoiled in fear when a young well-dressed man with sunglasses jumped out of it Sonora Martinez he exclaimed is it really you Carmen looked at him in confusion how did he know her last name it's me Manuel the man introduced himself taking off his sunglasses only then did Carmen recognize him Manuel it's you she whispered tears streaming down her cheeks how you've grown Manuel hugged the old woman tightly what are you doing here an astonished man well asked noticing the empty cloth bag in the woman's hands I Carmen began but couldn't continue she was ashamed of begging like a beggar you were probably going to the market for groceries manuell guessed let's go together I'll help you buy everything and drive you home so you won't have to carry a heavy bag with these words Manuel took the old woman's arm and led her towards the market Carmen felt embarrassed she couldn't allow him to pay for her and she didn't have any money of her own menwell forgive me I just realized I forgot my wallet at home the poor woman said softly Manuel just smiled not slowing his Pace it's nothing I'll pay for everything it's trivial but I'll feel uncomfortable taking your money manwell stopped to look the old woman in the eyes what are you you talking about Sonora Martinez haven't you done anything for me before didn't you feed me lunch every day as if I were your own son and after all that you won't let me buy groceries for you Carmen took a handkerchief from her pocket and started wiping her tears you're such a good grateful boy she said pressing her hands to her heart she never doubted he would grow up like this let's go we'll buy everything we need and I'll drive you home man well repeated taking the old woman's elbow he led her carefully warning her about steps and slopes arriving at the Market Carmen and the man walked along the rows and Manuel bought the very best of everything look the strawberries are ripe already I remember you love them but they're so expensive Manuel the old woman protested nonsense manuell dismissed I can afford to buy you what you love I'd be happy to do something nice for you with bags full of groceries the man carried everything to his car Carmen could barely keep up with him she felt so good inside they got into the Jeep and man weld confidently drove it through the city streets do you remember where I live Carmen asked of course Sonora Martinez I lived next to you for over 10 years manwell replied sadness tinged in his voice Carmen nodded Manuel was the son of her neighbors who lived in the house across the street they weren't a happy family they often drank and then they would start to argue Manuel suffered too he was scolded and his father often raised his hand against him so the boy would run away from home and hide at Carmen's he could play with her children all day and unlike her own Sons he always helped Carmen in the kitchen when she needed it Sophia also spent a lot of time with them while Victor Pedro and Diego played in the yard refusing to come indoors menwell was completely different thoughtful and attentive Sonora Martinez the man said bringing Carmen back from her memories how is Sophia has she married yet the old woman looked at the man he was looking at the road but she could see he was eagerly awaiting her answer she's studying abroad she applied to University herself and got a scholarship Carmen proudly replied Manuel smiled I always knew she was capable he whispered Carmen nodded gazing at his handsome profile Manuel was driving without his glasses and now the old woman could see that his eyes were clouded as if he was somewhere far away lost in his memories he turned on the radio and a gentle Melody flooded the car interior a retro wave was playing Carmen closed her eyes and memory carried her back many years she vividly remembered Manuel as a boy yes she always felt sorry for him when the boy's parents argued the whole neighborhood knew about their fights men well the only son often bore the brunt of it he would come to Carmen with bruises as a child the boy was clumsy and unusually tall for his age his unruly black hair stood up in a tuft at the back of his head no matter how he tried to smooth it down the tuft wouldn't disappear manwell had beautiful hazel eyes shining with liveliness but sometimes Carmen could clearly see sadness in them her sons didn't reject the boy they let him play tag hide and seek and other games with them however menwell preferred Carmen's company sitting in the kitchen beside her and helping her with cooking was his favorite pastime the boy diligently rolled out dough for pies chopped vegetables for soup mashed boiled potatoes for puree Sophia also constantly hovered in the kitchen unable to tear herself away from her mother and Manuel with whom she had formed a special bond from the first days they understood each other without words and they were very interested in each other Manuel was naturally curious he loved astronomy knew almost all European capitals and could spend hours telling various interesting facts he learned at school or from newspapers he found near the neighbors trash B Sonora Tores knowing that the neighbor boy liked to read he deliberately left old newspapers for him sometimes Manuel got hold of books too which he read cover to cover and it didn't matter to him what kind romance novels science fiction Adventures or scientific essays Sophia listened to Manuel with her mouth open and Carmen too was sometimes very impressed by his knowledge her life became bright and interesting with the appearance of the neighbor boy in it she and Sophia eagerly awaited Manuel's arrival every day the boy wore the poest clothes a faded t-shirt and worn out shorts the sandals which he never took off were worn out and man Wells had almost outgrown them he constantly stubbed his toes on things and Carmen even offered to buy him new shoes but Manuel just shook his head he knew his father would immediately take the new pair of sandals to the market and sell them so kmen found a solution in the Attic she kept old clothes of the boys which they had outgrown she found a pair of worn out sneakers that once belonged to Pedro and gave them to manuell the boy almost jumped for Joy when he tried them on the sneakers were just his size and he sincerely thanked Carmen for the gift with tears in her eyes she replied that it was nothing at night Carmen often couldn't fall asleep for a long time thinking about Manuel's unfortunate faith her kind heart achd when she thought about what he had to endure at home one night before going to bed the woman shared her thoughts with her husband but he just waved off her words you can't change anything the boy has parents but he's unhappy with them they mistreat him and his father even sometimes uses a belt still they are his parents besides even if you wanted to adopt him we couldn't afford another child we already have enough hungry mouths to feed in this family her husband reasonably remarked but Manuel eats very little Carmen retorted look at how skinny he is this is a pointless conversation her husband cut her off and turns to the wall with the intention of falling asleep Carmen just sighed her heart refused to listen to the arguments of reason she didn't know that another heart in her house was also sing for Manuel at that time Sophia was growing up and Carmen began to notice the way she looked at the poor neighbor with her eyes it didn't bother her much because she knew Manuel was a decent boy and would never allow himself to hurt her daughter when Sophia turned 14 Carmen arranged a real celebration for her she personally baked a cake decorating it with her favorite strawberries and whipped cream in addition she prepared many contests and games for the children allowing Sophia to invite her class classmates and best friends the girl asked her mother if she could invite Manuel and Carmen allowed her on the day of the celebration Sophia wore a new soft blue dress that her mother had made for her Carmen styled the girl's reddish chestnut hair into a beautiful hairstyle and adorned it with flowers and ribbons Sophia looked more than charming and her eyes sparkled with happiness her father had just returned from his trip and brought Sophia a huge titty bear with a pink heart on its chest Sophia hugged the bear and didn't want to let it go for a long time the girl's friends gave her cute trinkets a mirror in a beautiful mother of pearl frame Golden Earrings shell necklaces and other Pleasant little things Sophia's Brothers also dressed up they ran around the Garden in white shirts with turquoise butterflies and black trousers with pleats Carmen flinched every time one of them fell she was afraid the boys would tear their weaken pants Sophia eagerly awaited Manuel it was evident from the glances she cast towards his house finally the boy arrived he was also dressed up he wore a pale blue short sleeved shirt and slightly short gray trousers the ones he wore to school in his hands the young man held A Worn Out book about princesses that he had gotten from a book seller a bouquet of wild daisies and a box of chocolates he couldn't afford more but Sophia was very pleased with Manuel 's gift the celebration was a great success the kids had a wonderful time playing and dancing in the garden when it got dark Carmen called everyone inside and turned off the lights amidst singing she solemnly brought out the cake with 14 lit candles Sophia made a wish stealing a glance at Manuel and blew out the candle Flames Carmen began to Cut the Cake and distribute it to the guests she didn't notice when her daughter and manwel disappeared appeared somewhere where's Sophia Diego the younger one asked 10 minutes later why isn't she eating the cake for a moment Carmen felt a stab of unknown premonition in her heart but she didn't give it any importance go look for her son she replied Diego jumped up from the table and ran into the garden Victor and Pedro followed him and a few minutes later the peaceful flow of the celebration was disrupted by cries whistles and angry shouts frightened Carmen and her husband rushed into the garden to find out what was going on Sophia sat on the swing with her hands over her face Manuel stood slumped beside her Diego was crying and Victor and Pedro clenched their fists their faces were Twisted with rage it wasn't his fault Sophia sobbed what happened Carmen Cried Out feeling her heart constrict Manuel molested her Victor replied sharply that's not true Sophia exclaimed pulling her hands away from her ridden face we saw everything you kissed him on the lips Pedro shouted Diego cried harder what Carmen's husband exhaled what were you doing Sophia the girl jumped up from the swing and rushed into the house Carmen stood like a stone Manuel did not raise his eyes from the ground you three years older than her Carmen's husband shouted to the young man how dare you you wanted to seduce her Manuel quickly shook his head I didn't want to do anything like that I didn't realize how it happened Sophia's father clenched his fists and his face turned red with rage get out of my house now now and don't ever set foot here again he grabbed him by the collar and dragged him toward the gate Carmen rung her hands begging her husband to calm down but he heard nothing he threw Manuel outside like a puppy and slammed the gate loudly how Shameless he shouted and turning to his wife shouted irritably it was you you took a snake on your bosom you welcomed him and now he's got the nerve to go after our daughter Chen pulled herself together boys go to your rooms she said to her sons I'll clean up later but now I'll go up to Sophia and talk to her she will tell me what really happened her husband gave her an angry look I don't care what she says he said and added I have already said that he will never set foot in my house again this is my last word period with these words he went into the house Karma followed him with a heavy heart and immediately went up to Sophia's room from behind the door she heard her daughter crying Carmen knocked softly and entered she sat down on the edge of the bed and gently stroked her daughter's back Sophia she whispered no one blames you for anything just please tell me what really happened your father thinks man will tried to seduce you is that true answer me please it's very important Sophia lifted her head from the pillow and sobbed her eyes were wet with tears Mommy I'm sorry I'm sorry she whispered it's not your fault I I just love him her mother ran her hand through her hair fixing a loose strand I know Sophia sat up turning toward her mother and holding the teddy bear her father had given her tightly I called manwell to the Garden she confessed I asked him to tell me about the constellations while he was doing that I couldn't help but look at him with love and then something came over me and I kissed him on the lips he wanted to pull away and that's when Diego and the other boys appeared Diego screamed and then it started all of it Sophia sniffled again a tear rolling down her cheek mom he's not coming back is he she planted L asked tears welling up once more Carmen hugged her tightly I don't know she whispered but I believe everything will be okay I'll try to talk to your father forgive me Sophia repeated I shouldn't have done it Carmen hugged her daughter even tighter it's okay you in love with him after all he didn't respond to the kiss Sophia cried harder Carmen briefly pulled back to look into her eyes you're still too young Sophia it's too early for you to think about love Manuel is older than you he understands that I know the girl replied through her tears but I can't help it I love him so much Carmen didn't know how to help her daughter so they sat there holding each other tightly until Sophia fell asleep comforted by her mother's warmth and support Carmen gently covered the sleeping girl with a blanket and turning off the light left the room in her own bedroom she tried once again to talk to her husband but he remained stubborn with a heavy heart Carmen went downstairs to clear the table and wash the dishes the next morning nothing had changed her husband remained adamant Sophia didn't leave her room Carmen saw Manuel from the window his face was pale he looked at her hopefully but Carmen sadly shook her head Manuel nodded and disappeared into his house a week later he left leaving Carmen a short letter in the mailbox I'm very sorry things turned out this way Mrs Martinez if I could change something I would please give my best wishes to Sophia I will never forget your kindness you were the best thing in my life yours Manuel reading the letter Carmen Bur into tears she missed Manuel terribly his liveliness and his amusing stories without him life seemed to lose some of its colors Sophia came down to the kitchen and Carmen showed her the letter the girl hugged her mother and also cried however there was nothing they could do and they had to accept the situation as it was Sophia spent more time studying Manuel's departure inspired her to focus on her own education now the girl had a dream to enroll in a foreign University and leave just like her beloved Manuel's image inspired her to new successes and achievements in the end everything turned out the way Sophia wanted Carmen was very happy although it was hard for her to part with her daughter and let go of her beloved child she couldn't help but admit to herself that she loved and cherished Sophia more than anyone else and her boys seemed to live their own male lives it was a Pity that her husband was rarely home and spent little time with his sons perhaps then they would have grown up to be more noble and decent people Carmen sighed and returned to the prison what was done was done the past couldn't be undone Manuel had already arrived at her house and parked nearby he helped the old woman out of the car then took grocery bags out of the trunk and carried them into the house Carmen hurried after him to open the door and let the man in when Manuel entered the hallway he looked around and sighing said nothing has changed here even the smell is the same the scent of cherry blossoms it haunted me at night for so long with these words Manuel sighed again I missed you too Carmen admitted in response the man carried the groceries into the kitchen and was about to say goodbye and leave but the old lady wouldn't allow it she sat him down at the table and said you're not going anywhere until you've had my pancakes I remember how much you used to love them Manuel chuckled all right Sonora Martinez I'm in no hurry Carmen began unpacking the groceries and putting them away in the cabinets and fridge while I cook tell me about yourself how have you been what do you do she asked menwell smiled I I've been living quite splendidly he replied I'm doing what I love most in the world and what's that Carman asked taking out a pink mixing bowl from the cabinet I've become a chef man well confessed when I left I enrolled in college in the neighboring town after my studies I returned here oh you always loved helping me Carmen exclaimed throwing a joyful glance at him yes you've been a great inspiration to me it was in your kitchen that I realized my calling men well admitted Carmen felt warmth spread through her heart she cracked some eggs into the bowl added sugar and began whisking the mixture she enjoyed cooking for someone else also not to boast but I've become not just any chef but a real head chef menwell continued with a laugh kman smiled is that so yes men well nodded and I work at the best restaurant in town it's incredibly popular I've been very fortunate for a moment Carmen stopped what she was doing approached Manuel and put her hand on his shoulder I'm so proud of you Manuel she said tears welled up in her eyes it didn't Escape Manuel's notice he stood up from his chair and embraced the old lady I think you've been worried about me all this time he said softly but now you know I'm doing well yes Carmen nodded now my heart is at ease she returned to the batter took out a frying pan from the cabinet and placed it on the stove I hope being the best chef won't stop you from enjoying my pancakes Carmen said with a smile of course not manuell chuckled especially if they come with strawberry jam the old lady looked at the man and noticed a sudden sadness in his eyes she followed his gaze and saw him looking at a portrait of Sophia hanging on the wall she missed you terribly too Carmen confessed Manuel hung his head I'm sorry things turned out the way they did he said quietly I still feel ashamed you're not to blame for anything the old lady replied shaking her head she flipped a pancake and cast a sympathetic glance at him all this time I've been afraid you might think I took advantage of the situation with her but I would never I respected you and her too much menwell said Carmen shook her head again I've never blamed you for anything manuell Sophia fell for you head over heels and didn't realize the consequences of her impulsive actions Manuel nodded sighing heavily the thing is I suddenly Carmen had a startling realization you loved her too she exclaimed yes man well admitted I was planning to wait until she turned 18 and then I wanted to ask for her hand in marriage Carmen couldn't believe what she heard is it true Manuel absolutely true the man confessed but a lot could have changed in four years Sophia could have become interested in someone else she was just a child back then I understand that Manuel replied but I believed that we were meant for each other I plan to go to school and find a good job to support the family well you succeeded in that the old woman smiled but I never did start a family manwell side not lifting his eyes to the woman they fell silent for a moment and Carmen felt that the man wanted to tell her something else something very important I still love Sophia Manuel finally admitted I couldn't forget her at night I often try to imagine what she's like Now Carmen took another pancake from the pan turned off the stove and approached the man my poor boy she simply said she placed a plate of pancakes and a bowl of strawberry jam in front of Manuel then she poured him some coffee and sat down next to him but before the man could even finish his first serving the doorbell rang Carmen hurried to the hall hallway when she opened the door she couldn't believe her eyes Sophia was standing on the doorstep Mom thank God you're okay she exclaimed hugging Carmen what are you doing here dear the old woman exclaimed in surprise her day was full of surprises and she hadn't recovered from the first one yet meeting with Manuel seeing her daughter on the doorstep was something she hadn't expected at all I came to sit you the girl replied indignantly brushing her bangs from her face mom can I at least come into the hallway Carmen felt embarrassed and let her daughter in save she asked meeting man well had helped her forget about her dire situation she was in this morning and now the old woman struggled to remember that 3 hours ago she had been begging for arms in the Square I never thought my brothers were such low vile and dishonest people Sophia angrily blurted out throwing her bag on the floor Carmen lowered her gaze you know everything she asked in a subdued voice thank God yes Sophia replied unbuttoning her jacket and casually hanging it on a hook early this morning I was beside myself a strange anxiety was driving me crazy I called you a dozen times but you didn't answer then I called Pedro and he suddenly remembered and accidentally let slip that he forgot to leave groceries for you he swore he would call his assistant right away but I didn't trust him anymore I made him transfer me your savings and money for a ticket and he couldn't refuse me I flew to you on the next flight I was afraid you were on the brink of Despair or already starving to death as she said all this Sophia gestured desperately and rung her hands she kept trying to hug her mother it was obvious she was really worried Carmen listened to her daughter simultaneously feeling a whole Kaleidoscope of emotions confusion Pride shame Joy she remembered that she had forgotten her phone on the bedside table in the morning she had been so preoccupied with the lack of money and groceries you're so brave and real Sophia she said embracing the girl and quickly added to reassure her daughter I'm fine I was helped at this word Carmen hesitated and and Gathering her courage said I was helped by Manuel upon hearing this name Sophia turned pale what did you say Manuel that man well when the old woman nodded in response the girl staggered and nearly fell only now did Carmen realize that they were still standing in the hallway sweetheart why are we standing here in the hallway let's go to the kitchen he's still there upon hearing this Sophia frantically rummaged in her purse for mirror and lipstick Carmen smiled and said you look beautiful Sophia nodded excitedly and followed her mother into the kitchen Manuel stood up in amazement when he saw her without taking his eyes off her he thought she looked even more beautiful Sophia also silently looked at him then the Ice broke and the young people hugged I missed you so much man well admitted I missed you too Sophia replied shyly forgive me for everything Manuel affectionately ran his hand through her hair and you forgive me for leaving Sophia felt like she was about to cry fortunately Carmen invited them to the table why are you standing there the pancakes have already cooled down completely the young people sat down at the table and for a moment there was silence in the room everyone was nervous however a moment later Manuel began to talk about his work and Sophia about her studies and it seemed to the old woman that there had been no years of separation everything suddenly fell into place she felt full of strength and joy again the woman skillfully fried pancakes and only one thought troubled her Carmen kept remembering her daughter's bitter words I never thought my brothers were such low mean and dishonest people Sophia's angry and disappointed voice echoed in the old woman's head again and again it was as if her daughter sensed her State and interrupting herself mid-sentence looked anxiously at her mother and how long have they been taking your money Sophia abruptly changed the subject asking Carmen the woman piled she didn't want to tell the truth at all tell it as it is don't cover for them Sophia insisted persistently and Carmen gave in almost four years since you left she confessed what and you've been silent all this time Sophia jumped up from her seat as if intending to rush to her brothers right away however catching man Well's puzzled look she CM down a bit and sat back down but Mom how could you why didn't you tell me right away Carmen looked down pretending that there was nothing more important right now than clearing the dirty dishes from the table I just didn't want to worry you and I didn't want any fights with your brothers but they didn't deserve anything better how could they treat their own mother like this Sophia couldn't calm down she got up again and started pacing around the room manuell silently watched her unable to insert a word he saw that both women were emotional and didn't want to interfere in their family Affairs but I really didn't need anything I had enough of the groceries they bought for me Carmen tried to justify her sons mom don't you understand this is not normal Sophia exclaimed in frustration at this point I'm the only one who doesn't understand what's going on here Manuel decided to intervene he looked questioningly at Sophia and then at Carmen the girl sat down at the table and began to explain my heartless Brothers have been taking my mom's savings for 4 years leaving her groceries in return she said Manuel's eyebrows shot up in Surprise what that's downright despicable he exclaimed angrily just like Sophia had a minute ago that's what I'm saying the girl confirmed I had no idea about any of this by the way did they also take my money mom Carmen was flushed with embarrassment and Sophia didn't need an answer to understand understand everything they are such the girl didn't finish her sentence not wanting to upset Carmen who was already pale enough Manuel stood up in agitation I will go to them and talk to them he said firmly they must understand that treating their mother like this is unacceptable but Carmen took his hand and gently sat him back down at the table men well none of them are in town right now that's why I was at the market square I was trying to beg for bread from passers by Carmen confessed the young people exchanged glances poor mom Sophia exclaimed sympathetically Sonora Martinez why didn't you tell me anything right away menwell scolded Carmen I couldn't she confessed I was very ashamed I swear this won't happen again Manuel said angrily and Sophia nodded decis ly agreeing with him Carmen didn't know what to think she certainly appreciated the care and genuine feelings of her two most beloved people but her heart achd when she thought of her son's heartlessness Carmen blamed herself for this perhaps she should have talked to them more about kindness and compassion setting an example for them but had she ever been cruel to anyone Carmen couldn't recall anything like that Sophia unexpectedly approached her mother and hugged her shoulders mom sit down I want to talk to you about something she said Carmen obediently sat not knowing what to expect from her daughter's words Sophia sat down next to her and began to speak in my University I am highly valued I'm almost done with my degree they already trust me to give lectures to the Freshman so as soon as I get my diploma I'll become an assistant at the department and continue my studies to become become a professor Carmen felt her heart skip a beat her daughter's news both delighted and saddened her so her fears weren't unfounded Sophia would stay abroad and she Carmen would be condemned to lonely old age Sophia noticed that her mother had turned pale and hurriedly took her hand Mom calm down I haven't finished yet I want to take you with me you like this cozy little town Carmen looked at her daughter with doubt but Sophia how can I move what's stopping you dear the girl asked Carmen glanced around the kitchen I've grown accustomed to this house I've lived here for 40 years Sophia nodded of course mom but you're getting older and you need care and who will take care of you here my brothers have already proven that they can't by selling this house you can buy a very nice place there despite her doubts Carmen suddenly felt that her daughter's words were touching her heart she suddenly felt like she wanted to change something how strange I never even thought about moving before flashed through the woman's mind by the way after selling the house you'll have money left and you could even go on a trip Sophia said Carmen's head was spinning but I've never traveled anywhere she conf Fest I doubt I would dare to do such a thing I'll take you wherever you want to go Manuel suddenly said and I won't take your money Sophia and Carmen looked at him with surprise and admiration but before they could say anything Manuel added and you Sophia will come with us right Sophia smiled feeling tears welling up in her eyes again with pleasure she said young people looked into each other's eyes and car distinctly felt that the bond established between them in childhood had not disappeared anywhere they still loved each other suddenly an unpleasant thought came to Carmen's mind and what about the boys they won't let me go she murmured quietly Sophia took her hand they'll have to accept it the girl said firmly 3 months later despite her son's protests Carmen moved in with her daughter Sophia H her by a small cozy house not far from the forest where there was a beautiful Lake the old woman was very happy her daughter visited her every day one day she came not alone she brought Manuel in her expensive Jeep Carman was so glad to see the man that she lost her speech how did you end up here manuell she finally asked Manuel came to visit Sophia replied joyfully her eyes sparkled and she looked very happy I promise to take you wherever you want man well laughed hugging the old woman tightly then he turned to Sophia and added but since your exams are coming soon we'll wait a bit and for now I'll choose a nice apartment for myself in the city center what Sophia was surprised this time but you said you came for a short time I like this little town besides there's a very good expensive restaurant here that I've already visited after looking at my resume they said they'd be happy to take me on as their boss Sophia jumped for Joy seriously wow Manuel hugged her and unexpectedly kissed her on the lips now I won't go anywhere without you my dear he whispered I promise how long I've been waiting to hear those words the girl confessed and kissed him back Carmen smiled and when they finally let go of each other invited the children into the house she baked pancakes again and the young people immediately pounced on them Carmen watched as they laughed and smiled at each other imagining that her dearest dream would come true very soon she already saw herself sitting in the living room and reading kind children's tales to her grandchildren Carmen closed her eyes for a moment and felt absolutely happy because the closest people were by her side dear viewers if you enjoyed the story please support the video by liking it and leaving a comment thank you very much

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