Armando Returns (Barboza Brothers) (32 page)

Katie sniffled and let her forehead rest against Armando’s. “
I know. You’re right. I shouldn’t be upset about it now.” She groaned as she brought a tissue to her eyes. “It’s these stupid hormones.”

Armando chuckled softly. “It’
s okay.”

He waited until she was sufficiently calm before pulling the car out o
f the parking lot and heading down the road. To lighten the mood, Armando said, “I hope your dad’s house is still standing after Carlos has his way with it.”

Katie laughed. “Me too. I don’t think Dad knew what he was getting himself into. At least Yolanda’s there to help. And they haven’t called us. That’s a good sign.”

“Yeah.” Armando nodded. “So, are you sure you wanna go see your mom this afternoon? Are you really up for that, without me around?”

Katie shrugged. “I’ll be
fine. She’ll be so distracted with Carlos, she’ll barely notice I’m there. Besides, I can always come back to Dad’s house if she pisses me off.”

Armando shook his head and let out a long sigh. “I don’t know. I should come with you.
I’ll let Victor know--”

“No.” Katie’s voice was firm. “Henry’
s expecting both of you today. We may not be here again during visitation days for a few months.”

Armando sighed as he stared off at the highway in front of them.
“I know. I just hate the thought of you going off to your mom’s while I’m at the prison.” His eyes rolled. “It’s probably only gonna put both of us in a bad mood. It’s so depressing to see Henry like that.”

“
I know.” Katie placed a hand on his knee. “But later on tonight, you come back to me. And
poof
.” She giggled as she snapped her fingers. “It’ll be like it never happened.”

Armando smiled and put his hand on top of hers. “You know
...you’re absolutely right.”

THE END

More Than a Maid

Ramon and Marcy’s story begins.

Victor and Cara begin their lives together as husband and wife.

The full story of the Barboza Brothers and the nature of their relationship with the mysterious Henry Platt is revealed.

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