—Mabel—

Tuesday evening came like a whirlwind.

One moment I was in my office, staring at the paper Alec Rivera left in my hand—the next I was home adjusting my makeup in front of the vanity in my bedroom.

The children were back from school and were currently observing siesta in their room.

Done with my makeup, I did a 360 in front of the mirror.

For the evening, I wore a stunning satin emerald-green gown, the bodice delicately embroidered with sequins, and the skirt flowing elegantly to ...