"A man?"
"I didn't know people became deaf once their true intentions were uncovered," Ximena remarked spitefully.
Abbie crossed her legs at her knees. "Look, it doesn't matter how we know each other personally or if we know each other at all."
"We don't." Ximena shot back. "You looked me up and came here to make a scene. What's your aim exactly, to make Liam think I am evil and you are the victim of my wickedness? Well, newsflash. Liam knows me better than you'd expect."
Abbie stood up, closed in on her, and attempted to intimidate her with her gaze. "It's never been about men. It's about my honor. I will never let anyone take away what I want."
Ximena scoffed. "And if someone takes it away, you would rather destroy it." She filled in. "Hey, I think we should be friends. I wouldn't be so forgiving if someone took something—or someone—from me either."
Abbie took a step back in disgust. "Watch your back, Ximena Morel."
