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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helping yourself, right? Before a girl gets hitched, she's gotta

get married? I can't choose not to? Besides, why would I marry someone who

scoffed at Josefina's confidence, "Easy for you to say, Josefina. After being played by

turned to ice. "So, are you telling me you

bag, Billy told it how it was, "Josie, take one for the team, for the family's sake. Once

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

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

taking the bait, Billy went for the hard sell, "Help me broker a deal, and I'll give you

too much.

suggested, "Let's just give her a million. She's still part of the Antonio clan. Mom, I'm not mad, as long as