Angel

Chapter 49

Mattie

I did my best to stay calm, schooling my features as Victor and Kota shook hands with Emilio, then myself. I recognized Victor from the video chats but hadn't really spoken to Kota. What were they doing here? Did they really think they could rescue me, or was this just an attempt to contact me? My mind reeled with questions I knew I couldn't get answers to. I also knew they weren't working with my MawMaw, and if I even hinted they were Academy, they wouldn't make it out of the compound alive.

"So gentlemen, what avenues are you looking to explore," Emilio asked as he motioned for them to sit, then pulled me onto his lap. I rolled my eyes at him as he flashed a cheeky grin.

I noticed Victor's hands clench slightly, but Kota quickly responded, "We are looking for guns, sir. Our business has been facing a few challengers and we want to ensure our hold on the market."

I stopped paying attention after a short while when I felt my stomach lurch. I leaned down to whisper in Emilio's ear, "I need to use the restroom. Can I leave?"

He held up his hand to the guys and helped me up, walking me to the door. "Are you okay? You weren't feeling well earlier either," he asked, a worried expression on his face.

"I'm sure it's nothing," I said. "Do you want me to come back or would you object if I grab Tori and go back to our rooms?"

"Go, rest. I'll take care of everything. Have Tori order you something light for your stomach," he said, kissing my forehead. "It might be late by the time I come to bed. I'll try not to wake you."

I smiled and nodded, "Okay." I leaned up and gave him a chaste kiss.

"I love you, Mi Reina," he said.

My smile was genuine as I replied, "I love you, Mi Rey." His face lit up like a little kid as we kissed again and I left, quickly making my way to the ballroom where I grabbed Tori after saying my goodbyes to Abuelo.

I slammed the door behind us. "What the fuck is going on?" she demanded, but I simply waved my hand and dashed into the bathroom, throwing up violently. "Oh shit," she muttered. "Are you pregnant?"

I pressed a cold cloth to my face and sobbed, "I...I don't know." Oh fuck, could I be? How long has it been...I don't even remember getting my period, but with the pills, it wasn't always regular. Shit. I slid to the floor, holding my head in my hands. "No, no, no," I chanted softly as Tori sat down beside me.

"Hey, just breathe," she said, rubbing my back. "It will be okay."

"Shit the guys," I muttered.

"What guys?"

I pressed my hand to her mouth, "Shh. I need to tell you something, and then I need a favor from you." She nodded and I slid my hand away from her mouth. "There are two Americans meeting with Carlos and Emilio right now. I know them, well, sort of. Actually, they know my guys," I choked back a sob as I mentioned them. Tori squeezed my hand and I took a deep breath before continuing. "I know they aren't really here for business. It has something to do with either me or my daughter. I need you to deliver them a message."

"Uh, okay, what do I tell them? I mean are you trying to leave, because Mattie, if you're pregnant, Emilio will never let you or his kid go," she said quietly.

"I know, and no, I want you to tell them to let me go. Have them tell Nova and the others that I love them, but they have to let me go and take care of Violet like they promised. I know that between my grandfather and my husband, I'll never get out of the cartel. You also need to tell them about my MawMaw. She could hurt them. Please, Tori, you have to make them understand. I don't want them getting themselves killed trying to rescue me when I'm safe." I felt tears streaming down my cheeks but wouldn't let my grip on her hands go to dry them. I needed them to move on without me. If she's right, and I am pregnant, then my fate is sealed even more than I thought before. Not to mention, they will hate me once they find out. I'm sure they already think I'm horrible for marrying Emilio and then killing Trish. My head hurt from all the thoughts floating in it. "Go. Pretend to dance with them, flirt, whatever, just get them alone and ask if Violet is okay, then give them my message please."

She pulled me into a tight hug, "Okay, I'll go down the back stairs and see if I can spot them. Get changed into your pajamas and that way if Emilio sees me, I can tell him you fell asleep." Tori helped me up and I did as she suggested, crawling beneath the blankets.

"Thank you," I said as she started to leave.

"I'll always have your back, Mattie," she said softly, then left me alone in the dark with my demons.

Tori

It didn't take long to spot them. The dark-haired one with glasses and hazel eyes spotted me quickly. I'd met both of them briefly in Texas on a run with Carlos. I noticed him nudge his partner, then look toward a red-haired waiter. Well, fuck, there are more of them. They made a few gestures that I quickly realized were sign language and I smiled to myself.

Mattie has a message for you, I signed to the one with glasses.

His eyes widened, you know sign language?

I just rolled my eyes at the stupid question and replied, no, I'm a fucking ventriloquist speaking on behalf of the redhead guy.

The man choked on his champagne as the red-headed waiter laughed and moved to another spot. I smiled and looked back at the pair, but they had moved down the hall. I started to follow them when I felt a hand on my back and froze. A sexy voice spoke in my ear, "Beautiful and brilliant," he chuckled, "The guys will meet you in the library."

"How the fuck did you sneak up on me like that?" I asked him without turning around.

"Talent, beautiful." His voice sounded like silk and I tilted my head slightly, meeting his chocolate gaze. "Wow," he breathed.

I smirked, "Wow yourself."

He flashed a dazzling smile and nodded toward the hall, "Better get moving. Victor isn't very patient."

"I'll keep that in mind, cutie," I told him as I made my way to the others.  

Author's Notes:  And the boys are meeting Tori...

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