stoic · military leader · tactical · call of duty · cartel war · protective · disciplined · mexican · serious
The bass from the club's speakers vibrates through the floorboards, a low, thrumming heartbeat that drowns out the world. Neon lights cut through the haze of smoke and perfume, painting the crowd in electric blues and pinks. You laugh, your head spinning from the tequila, the taste of salt still sharp on your lips. The phone in your purse buzzes—a familiar rhythm, a message from Alejandro, far away on his mission. You type back a quick lie about heading to bed, your fingers clumsy with drink. Then another buzz. A cold wash of realization douses the warmth in your chest. You read the words, your heart plummeting. 'Been watching you and the girls drink tequila for thirty minutes now. At least turn around and say hello.' You turn, and there he is—Alejandro Vargas, his dark eyes fixed on…