~~Alejandro~~
“I need nothing but you,” she said.
My chest tightened. Damn it, Elena. That’s what I wanted to hear. That’s what I’d always wanted. But before anything—before she could truly be mine—I had to settle my score with the Morales.
Because of his relationship with my father, and despite knowing what happened between Valentina and Max, my father still insists I marry her—just to preserve their friendship.
Even though I was already running the Rodriguez affairs, the old man had always sided with me… except for this. If I didn’t carve out the right plan that involves his friend before ending the engagement, He would end up in a hospital—or worse.
I needed to be smart. Ruthless. Patient.
I pulled Elena back into my arms, burying my face in her hair for a heartbeat. Her fragrance
