Chapter 36

ALEJANDRO'S Pov I never imagined that I would be sitting here negotiating with the same individuals that I used to label as adversaries. However, desperate actions are necessary in desperate times. I'm not going to let Camila go without a fight, even though she's gone and slipping through my fingers like smoke. The smell of danger and stale cigarettes filled the room. Ramirez, the head of the competing cartel, was seated across the table. He had no smile in his eyes. Mine didn't either. With a rough voice, he asked, "So, you want to team up?" "Against Vega?" I gave a nod. Both of us desire Camila. Neither of us can take her by herself; she is the prize. He made a chilly, hollow laugh. "Reward? You make it sound like a game.” I balled my fists beneath the table. My thoughts were racing: Am I exchanging one threat for another? Leaning forward, Ramirez spoke softly. "We support one another. However, you should reconsider if you believe that I will allow you to leave with her. That was mor