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."

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

to laugh, "Who says a woman has to get married? I can't choose not to? Besides, why would I

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

you telling me you called me here

one for the team,

kind of life can you expect with your biological parents? They ain't billionaires, and you're no rich ladies. Face reality, girl, gotta keep your feet on the ground, right?" Ruby played the guilt card, "Josie, if you

out. Why should I lift a

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

is way too much. Give her

million. She's still part of the Antonio clan. Mom, I'm