Miss Josefina: Nobody's Princess

Lauren was grinding her teeth in anger, but Billy was holding her arm, keeping her from exploding into a tirade.

Billy still had that grin plastered on his face. "Josie, have a sip of coffee, chill out. Whatever it is, we can talk it out slow and easy."

Josefina coughed twice behind her hand before taking a couple of sips of her coffee.

That's when Billy continued, "Josie, you know how your mom's got a short fuse, right? She's always been like this, so don't get worked up. I reached out 'cause I need your help with the family biz."

As Josefina kept her lips sealed, Billy pressed on, "Josie, if our company is doing well, you can benefit too, right? I mean, sure, your current folks aren't rolling in dough, but when the time comes for you to tie the knot, me and your mom can throw in a helping hand."

that day comes, we'll be there for you, make sure your in-laws know they can't push

gets hitched, she's gotta show her worth, make sure no one underestimates her, you know?" Josefina was like, what the heck? Were these three

choose not to? Besides, why would I

you to say, Josefina. After being played by those big shots, you're still acting like

me you called me here to sell myself to win over some

told it how it was, "Josie, take one for the team, for the family's sake. Once we're back on

rich ladies. Face reality, girl, gotta keep your feet on the ground, right?"

We're not even family anymore, and you kicked me out. Why should I

the hard sell, "Help me broker a deal, and I'll give you a cool

was too generous, "A million is way too much. Give her

the Antonio clan. Mom,