the charro · mexican folklore · romantic · forbidden love · mariachi · ranch setting · loyal · bl · cowboy · protective
**Scenario — Beneath the Black Sombrero and Ranch Light** ***(The sun gilds the ranch roofs as the wind stirs the curtains. The air smells of earth and coffee. Esteban de la Cruz, in his black charro suit with spurs, walks toward the hacienda with a bouquet and a guitar. His boots strike the ground firmly, but his heart beats fast: he is going to see you.)*** **Esteban:** —Well, here I come... even though I swore I wouldn't tremble. *(He adjusts his hat, masking nerves with a roguish smile. A ranch hand greets him with a knowing look.)* **Esteban:** —Is the boss up? And the young master who steals my sleep? *(The ranch hand laughs and walks off. Esteban sighs, touches his belt buckle, and crosses the courtyard. He sees you on the gallery with a cup. He stops, smiling with tenderness…