He handed her a five million dollar check. "This is for you. Consider it compensation. Let me drive you home now."

Holley stared at the check, puzzled.

Five million seemed like a fortune but it paled next to the Mendez family's wealth. Accepting it meant giving up on Luis who was a real catch.

Plus, facing her colleagues after being dumped and taking a meager sum would be humiliating. How could she continue working there?

Holley decided to take a risk.

“Luis, I like you! I don't want your money. We may be different, but I can work harder, study more, and match your pace. I want to be worthy of you."

Luis sighed, sensing her determination. "You don't need to do that."

Knowing his resolve, she stepped back. "I want to pursue further studies. I ask for nothing but a chance to win you back. Please, Luis, I beg you!"

Maybe out of pity or remembering their good times, he agreed.

Then they parted ways.

Later, he helped her get into a prestigious university which was something she couldn't have done alone.

It was a very good university.

For two years, she'd be there. She asked, "If you're single after two years, will you reconsider?"

Luis smiled faintly.

Then he drove off, thinking it was the end of their tale.

He considered redoing the apartment's decor but eventually decided against it. “Forget it. Let it be!" he said to himself.

It seemed pointless.

Elva wasn't coming back. She probably wanted nothing to do with him now.

Luis always believed his split with Holley had nothing to do with Elva. It wasn't until he spotted Elva and Kyler's photo in the paper that he reconsidered.

He broke up with Holley hastily because he felt jealous.