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Summary: Chapter 19: Theresa tells Pilar and Miguel that she is leaving Harmony. A tear-filled chapter. Maybe you should have a box of tissues near you when you read. R&R!

Note: Just to let you know, there hasn't been a double wedding and the Bennett's know about Kay's pregnancy but the news hasn't reached Theresa. Miguel and Charity's wedding hasn't happened yet, they're only engaged at the moment.

Tears streamed down Theresa's face as Ethan drove on. She sniffled and Ethan handed her a tissue.

"So where are we heading?" Ethan asked, looking over at Theresa.

"My mama's plac-ce, pl-please," Theresa answered, drying the tears.

"Ok."

The drive to Pilar's place was full of silence besides the rare squeals from Baby Ethan. Ethan turned the engine off when they reached the Lopez-Fitzgerald household. Theresa took a deep breath.

"Thanks so much for taking me and my son here. It means a lot to me," Theresa said.

"No, I wanted to. I offered to drive you, remember?"

Theresa smiled gratefully. She leaned over and hugged Ethan warmly. When they let go, Ethan got out of the car and went around to Theresa's side, holding the door open for her to step out. She did so and opened the door to unbuckle Little Ethan from his car seat.

Then Theresa, with Ethan by her side and Little Ethan in her arms, knocked on the door. She heard footsteps coming closer and then the door swung open. Pilar stood at the door, surprised yet smiling.

"Theresita, what are you doing here?" Pilar asked, glancing at Little Ethan and Ethan.

"I need to tell you something, mama," Theresa explained.

"Ok, come on in and tell me."

Before long, Theresa, her son and Ethan were seated on the living room couch. Ethan was holding Little Ethan. Pilar came from the kitchen, holding cups of tea for them. She placed them on the table and seated herself on a couch across from them.

"Thank you, mama."

"Thanks Pilar."

"Now, what did you want to tell me?" Pilar asked, not knowing whether to be concerned or excited.

"I've divorced Julian today," Theresa started.

"That's great. Now you can move on. You can come and live with us again."

"But the thing is mother, I-I've decided to move to New York. You know how much I love fashion designing and I've told you many times when I was younger that I wanted to pursue a career in fashion. I want that dream to be a reality, mama. And that can only happen in a big city- New York. I understand this is a bit sudden but I need to leave. I need a clean start, a break from Harmony and its many phases. I'm leaving tonight." Theresa looked into her mother's eyes, hoping not to break her heart.

There was silence fore a while. Theresa didn't know what to think. Was her mother angry, depressed, disappointed, annoyed…? Then she spoke.

"Oh, Theresita! You've matured so much lately. I understand. You're a woman now and you can look after yourself. But promise me you'll take care of yourself and keep safe. I'll miss you so much!" Pilar ordered, the waterworks already beginning.

"I promise. I'll call at least once a week. I'll miss you too." Theresa stood up and walked over to her mother. She pulled Pilar into a big hug, starting to cry too.

Pilar calms herself to ask, "When does your flight leave?"

"10:30pm tonight."

"I'll be there. I need to make sure you're ok."

"I want you to be there too. I love you, mama!"

"Oh, I love you too, my baby girl!" Pilar sobbed, hugging her daughter again.

After some more tears, a few kisses on the cheek and forehead and numerous hugs, Theresa waved good bye to Pilar.

"I'll see you at the airport at quarter past 10, ok?" Pilar confirmed.

"Yes, mama! See you later!"

Then they were off. Theresa was happy at her mother's response. It was good to know that she had her blessing. Now she needed to tell her brothers. Once again, they were on the road again.

"Could we go to the Bennett's place?" Theresa asked Ethan.

"Sure, let's go."

Within minutes, they had arrived at the Bennett's house. Theresa knocked on the door. Grace answered the door and smiled. She saw Ethan beside her. Things had been weird between Grace and Ethan since she found out he was Sam's son.

"Uh, Theresa, what a pleasant surprise! I wasn't expecting you. Oh things have been hectic lately with certain problems. Are you looking for Miguel?" Grace asked.

"Yes, in fact, I am."

"Well, do come in. He's upstairs with Charity. I think he'd have something to tell you. Let me take care of Little Ethan for you." Grace took Theresa's son into her arms. Theresa smiled.

"Thank you, Mrs Bennett!"

Theresa was a bit confused about Miguel telling her something. She looked at Ethan and Ethan only shrugged.

"I'm the one that needs to tell him something, not the other way around," Theresa said out loud.

"Maybe it's a surprise."

"It can't be. I mean, what other news does he need to tell me? Charity and Miguel are already engaged."

"Let's go upstairs and find out."

Ethan and Theresa walked up the stairs and found Miguel, banging on Charity's bedroom door.

"Charity, open up! Let me explain it was a mistake! Charity, please, forgive me! Talk to me!" Miguel shouted.

"Miguel, what's wrong?" Theresa asked.

Miguel turned around, shocked to see Theresa in front of him.

"Theresa?"

"Yes, Miguel. I'm here to talk to you. What's wrong with Charity?"

"I- I-"

"I'll leave you two alone to talk in private," Ethan suggested, giving Theresa a peck on the cheek and left.

Theresa led Miguel down the hallway.

"Ok, we're alone. Now tell me what's going on."

"It was a mistake, Theresa. I thought it was Charity!" Miguel tried to explain.

"What are you going on about?"

"I did 'it' with Kay one night. I honestly thought it was Charity."

Theresa was shocked. "Kay and Charity sure don't look anything alike."

"Yes, I know, but the weird thing is, I saw Charity in bed with me…but it was Kay."

"Did you drink too much that night?"

"No."

"So you told Charity?"

"No, I didn't say anything. It was Kay."

"Why would she say that? And why would she make love to you when she knew you and Charity loved each other?"

"It wasn't love making, Theresa. I don't love her like that. It was just sex. I don't know why she just didn't say anything while we were having sex. She told everyone because…" Miguel paused and stared at the floor.

"Because?"

"Because Kay's pregnant."

Theresa's jaw fell the floor. She didn't know what to say. After a while, she gathered all the information and spoke.

"If you love Charity, then try to get her back. Don't give up. Kay may be pregnant, but you can't marry her just because she is. No one will be happy if you did. You must take responsibility for your actions, so supporting the baby is a must. You have to stay in his/her life. This may be hard on your relationship with Charity but if she loves you as much as you love her, love will persevere. Go and prove to Charity that you love her."

Miguel smiled. "Thank you, sis!" He hugged her tightly.

"It's no problem. Now I have something to tell you."

"Ok, what is it?"

"I'm moving to New York- tonight at 10:30pm. I want to be a famous fashion designer like I've always wanted. And I need a break from everything in this town- love, pain, horror, and schemes. I need a fresh start. I'm ready to chase after what I want. It could never be a better time."

It was Miguel's turn to be shocked. "Wow, how about Julian Crane?"

"Oh, I divorced him," Theresa replied cheekily.

Miguel smiled. "I hope you do well in New York, Theresa. You're on your way to what you want and I want you to be happy. So if this is what you want, I'm backing you up 100%."

Theresa kissed her brother on the cheek. "Thank you. I love you."

"I love you too."

"Now you better think of a way to get Charity."

"Yeah, I'll be at the airport. 10:30pm flight to New York?"

"Yes, Gate 4," Theresa informed. "I hope you and Charity will sort things out. If you do, bring her to the airport too. I'd like to say good bye to her as well. Wish you all the luck, bro."

Theresa waved to Miguel and hugged him one last time.

"See you, sis."

Theresa walked back downstairs. Ethan was waiting for her. He now had her son in his arms. Ethan smiled as he saw Theresa.

"Let's go. I have more people to see! We're going Mrs. Bennett!" Theresa squealed excitedly.

"Where are we off to now?"

"The Russells' house."

Ethan took her hand in his and they walked out of the Bennett's house together.

A/N Hope you enjoyed that chapter! Wondering what will happen to the Miguel/Charity/Kay love triangle? Find out in the next chapter when Theresa says good bye to Luis, Chad and Whitney. Will Luis give the thumbs up for her plans?