KATALEYA'S POV

"Small world, huh?"

Rodero was watching me now.

And I didn't like that look in his eyes.

"Here's my advice," he said. "Stop dreaming about guys like Alduz."

I frowned.

"Who says I'm dreaming about him?"

He ignored me.

"He's way out of your league."

The words hit a nerve.

"He dates models."

"Actresses."

"Women with money and connections."

He pointed at himself.

"You should stick with me instead."

I almost choked on my coffee.

"Excuse me?"

"I'm only eight months younger than ...