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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is like helping 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?

not to? Besides, why would

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

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

it how it was, "Josie, take one for the team, for the family's sake. Once we're back on track, I've got your back,

no rich ladies. Face reality, girl, gotta keep your feet on the ground, right?" Ruby played

not even family anymore, and you kicked me out. Why should I lift a finger for you? Who do you think you are, so full of

hard sell, "Help me broker a deal, and I'll

too much. Give her half and she'll be over the moon with

a million. She's still part of the Antonio clan. Mom, I'm not mad, as long as it helps Mom and Dad, I'm up for