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I glared at her coyly. “You’re not so helpless yourself, I’d say. I’d love to know how you learned to speak English so well.” “When Señor Primo first came to live with Señor Vargas, he was required to learn English. My duties as a housekeeper were expanded to include caring for Señor Primo, and since he was only allowed to speak English in the house, I had to learn along with him.” “So, you helped raise him?” She dropped her gaze and smiled fondly. “I’m not sure I would say that. He was a very mature twelve years old when he arrived and didn’t need much mothering, but I did what I could.” It was clear the woman cared deeply for her boss, which spoke volumes about him. “Do you have children of your own?” Alma beamed. “Oh, yes. Three boys and two girls, all grown with families of their own n
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