The stepmother abandoned the twins at the airport and left for vacation—unaware she was being watched by the most feared man in Sinaloa, and that her choice would trigger consequences she never imagined.

eyes widened.

— I can’t pay for that.

— I’m not asking you to.

— I can’t accept charity.

Emiliano drew a slow breath.

— It’s not charity. It’s a debt.

The old woman started to argue, but Mateo spoke first.

— Does that mean they’re not going to separate us?

No one answered quickly.

Emiliano crouched in front of him.

— As long as I can prevent it, no.

Mateo looked continue reading …