Mia
Mother put as much effort into the sham of an engagement party as she had for Dario's wedding. It was the news of the baby. No matter how she felt about the cartel entering her home, she would play the gracious host to keep Catalina happy. Mom wanted to be involved in the baby's life. If she had to grovel and cater to the cartel to do it, then so be it.
I didn't feel the same.
Not about the baby. I'd make a kick-ass aunt. I didn't feel the same about catering to the cartel.
When the evening of my engagement drew near, I was contemplating any and all possible means for disruption. Maybe if I caused enough of a scene, Aléjandro would change his mind and decide I wasn't worth the trouble.
The roadblock to my plan was being held in place by both my mother and brother. After allowing
