Chapter 38 Marisa's Perilous Encounter

• At Saint Patrick Catholic Church, the sacred space teemed with an overflow of worshippers, encompassing a diverse spectrum of individuals hailing from varied socioeconomic backgrounds. In the midst of this congregational assembly, Marisa occupied her seat, engrossed in the Reverend's sermon, her countenance reflective of a solemn contemplation. The Reverend sermon was centered on the theme of love, yet Marisa found her thoughts drifting off to Dave.
• The recent transformation of their relationship into a romantic relationship the previous evening inflicted a poignant ache upon her. This emotional distress was compounded by the realization that Dave held the distinction of being her first boyfriend in five years. However, the magnitude of her sorrow was further compounded by the fact that Dave's tragic demise was as a result of the decisions she had made. She felt a heavy burden of guilt because the choices she made were the ones that ultimately caused Dave's untimely death.
• Looking back, the lingering advice from Alejandro echoed in her mind. If she had only listened to his warning and avoided intertwining her destiny with Dave's, the tragic story might have been prevented. However, a conflict brewed inside Marisa, doubting if Alejandro really had the right to give such advice. Strongly disagreeing, she insisted that Alejandro had no business meddling in the fabric of her life or deciding how she should connect with others.