I walk inside the house with Stefano beside me and my heart pounding. I did not even know Stefano meant this much to me until I realized how desperate I am to have Abuela like him. I walk us to the kitchen, where I am sure mom and Abuela will be by this time in the evening.

"Hola, Abuela," I say once I step into the kitchen.

"Mi Angulo," She says, smiling once she sees me and pulls me into a hug. "What are you doing here, my dear?"

Mom did not tell Abuela I was coming so I could surprise her.

"I came to see you; I missed you,"...