Miss Josefina: Nobody's Princess

Garrett reluctantly agreed, "Sweetheart, if you don't want to go public, then I will keep your identity under wraps for now. But I've already called your grandpa, and he's coming home this afternoon." Hattie chimed in, "Your grandma and granddad from my side have settled abroad and they'll be flying back in a couple of days to see you. Your three uncles, always jet-setting for work, will come to visit as soon as they can spare a moment."

Josefina hadn't realized her family tree was quite so lush.

Lena watched the family of three, feeling like an outsider, convinced they were all doing it on purpose. Her resentment nearly showed on her face.

With tear-filled eyes, Lena softly said, "Josie, I promise to always be there to help you take care of mom and dad."

Hattie smiled, "As long as you're both healthy and happy, that's all that matters."

The warm atmosphere lightened Josefina's mood considerably. Every day back here was worth it.

I missed the morning

out her plans, but Garrett objected, "Honey, you really should rest up at home. Isn't your leg still hurt? Better

take it easy. Brandon's

biggest fear was Josefina going out, possibly

reassured them with a smile, "I can't stay inside forever, right? Plus, you've hired experienced bodyguards for me. I'll be safe this

to Brandon's. I've heard about your impressive medical skills, and I'm a doctor too.

to her advantage. Josefina looked at her and made a quick decision,

didn't you take the day off because you

There's always time to learn, and besides, your sister's training is in a completely different field-it's not something you can pick up in a

...

with a scar running down his face. As Josefina stepped out, they greeted her respectfully,

She nodded back, "Hello."