Alicia earned enough money within six months to fly her sister Yasmin to America. Her plan was drastic, but it was necessary. Alicia had documentation forged for her green card before taking her flight to Cuba. Alicia's plan was simple. Grab Yasmin while she was on her way home; however, that was not the case.
Alicia has learned from Yasmin's school teacher that Fernando had imprisoned her at home as a personal enslaved person. Alicia felt defeated but was determined. The school teacher informed Alicia that she knew men who were part of the Cuban revolution looking for work. She guaranteed Alicia that they would help get her sister out of the country for a price. Alicia agreed.
Within a week of planning, the mercenaries executed their plan. When Fernando left the house for work for his night shift, they made their move. Both men broke into the home and kicked down the door. They both went to the room where Yasmin was kept. Yasmin panicked as she tried to fight the men. Alicia immediately ran into the room.
"Yasmin, Yasmin, it is okay."
Yasmin stopped and looked at Alicia with disbelief."
"Alicia! Is it you?"
"Yes!"
"What are you doing here? Who are these men."
"They are here to help us. We are leaving this place."
"I can't. Fernando will find me."
"No, he won't. We are leaving for America tonight. By the time he gets home, we will be long gone." Alicia looks down at Yasmin's stomach and notices that she is five months pregnant."
"Is it Fernando's?" Alicia asked. Yasmin lowered her head down in shame and nodded with affirmation.
"Doesn't matter. I'll take care of both of you. Let's go."
"I have to pack a few things."
"There is no time. Grab only what you can carry in your pockets."
Yasmin went to the dresser and grabbed a picture in the wood frame with her mother's picture inside.
"I am ready!" Yasmin replied.
36 hours later
Home Sweet Home
After a long flight, Alicia and Yasmin exited the airport terminal. Alicia waved down a taxi and gave the driver her apartment address. After a thirty-minute ride home, Alicia led her sister into her new home. W
Yasmin was amazed to see her big sister doing so well. Alicia made all efforts to keep her nightlife a secret from Yasmin. She was too ashamed for her sister to know she sold sex for money. Alicia blocked the guilt she was feeling and focused on the happiness of her sister's presence. Alicia showed Yasmin to her room, carrying her luggage.
Yasmin was curious about the job that allowed her to afford such an expensive apartment and material possessions within her place of living. Alicia deflected her questions by telling stories about her journey in America. Yasmin listened to her sister's exploits; however, she wondered why Alicia did not want to reveal her current occupation. She knew her sister was proud, and it had to be a good reason, so she ended her inquiry.
Alicia allowed Yasmin to shower once they arrived at her apartment. As Yasmin took off her clothes, Alicia walked in carrying towels for her sister. She was shocked to see her sister's naked body when she stepped in.
"No, please don't come in!" Yasmin replied as she tried to cover herself. Alicia could not help but stare as she nearly came to tears. She saw her sister's body covered in cuts and bruises. Not to mention her body was frail from starvation. Her ribs and spine showed through her skin.
Yasmin revealed to Alicia that their father not only raped and beat her daily. Yasmin also told Alicia that Fernando locked the refrigerator so he could ration out her meals based on her compliance with his carnal needs.
Alicia planned a sister's weekend with her sister. On her first night, Alicia arranged a night of fun. She cooked an authentic Cuban meal, made dessert, and rented a couple of VHS videos from the corner store. They wore matching pajamas; however, Yasmin's was tight around her baby bump, so she left a few buttons unfastened.
The next day, Alicia took her sister shopping for clothes and other supplies for Yasmin's permanent stay. Inside the mall, Alicia found Yasmin inside a jewelry store, staring at a necklace.
"You like it?" Alicia asked with a smile.
"Yes, very beautiful!"
The store sales representative was staring at the Sanchez sisters and decided to approach them with a snobbish attitude.
"That necklace is $2600." Alicia looked at the lady with irritation.
"We know how much it costs. We see the price tag!"
"I am just saying that…."
"Do you mind taking it out of the case? My sister would like to try it on?"
"I am sorry, but it is against store policy."
"Well, get the store manager! Maybe they could let us see it." Some of Carmen's diva attitude rubbed off Alicia as she learned not to take any shit from anybody. The store representative obliged her and took it out of the case. Alicia put it on Yasmin and allowed her to look in the mirror. Alicia watched Yasmin's eyes light up.
"Do you mind taking it off? You are not allowed to put on the merchandise.
"We'll take it!" Alicia said to the store sales representative.
The next day Alicia took Yasmin to the doctor for prenatal care. The doctor reported that Yasmin suffered from malnutrition. Yasmin weighed only 98 pounds, 30 pounds under her natural weight. Yasmin was hospitalized for a week as the doctor gave her vitamins and antibiotics intravenously.
With the ongoing situation with her sister, Alicia put her dreams for her business on hold. Yasmin could not receive state Medical Assistance because she was not a legal American citizen. The money she saved for her company was used for Yasmin's medical bills. The doctor's checkup was at least $2000 per visit. With that knowledge, she could not quit being an escort as they would need the money to support three people.