Chapter 57

Miguel's P.O.V

"You don't need to be angry. I know what you did was just a burst of emotion, but it's not right that you exchanged hurtful words with them." We are still here on the mountain. On my mother's farm.

Mama and Aira were talking inside while cooking. I didn't mean everything I said. I knew that I wanted to hug them both when I first saw them.

Also carrying hunger, fear, and resentment, I uttered an inappropriate word.

"When you lost your son, Aira couldn't handle everything. She almost killed herself out of resentment. If your mom wasn't by our side, she might have given up a long time ago. Your mom gave and made Aira feel like a mother. No, the two women in your life forgot you; they just did what they thought would make you safe. Both of you want safety for the person you love.

"Maybe the fat one has promised that they will meet. Maybe this is the answer to all your prayers. Aira will find your mother and he will take care of her. Aira