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.

backpack — far too small for all the fear inside her.

— Sit here and don’t move, — Diana said, pointing to a bench.

The children obeyed.

They did not ask any questions.

That was the saddest part.

Mateo looked up at her.

— Are you coming back for us?

Diana pressed her lips together in irritation.

— I’ll be right back. Don’t be continue reading …