I was in the passenger jeep on my way home, and I felt bad because I didn't see Jayar's face when I got home. I would have stayed a few minutes longer to see if it came out, but perhaps my son is already bored waiting at home.

In my mind's eye, I quickly dismissed the man. I'm not supposed to think of him. It was as if I wanted to slap myself in the face when I realized Montevidad was the man I shouldn't think!

I immediately hugged and kissed my son when I got home. Mela just laughed as she stood there watching us.

Jai whispered to me,...