Ramon had spent a week in the cells, and she'd visited him every day.  Security had let her through the barrier to check on him, but only for a few minutes.  It'd been enough to see to it that he had enough pills to keep him set.  And a book or seven.  (She knows he likes to read, even if he'd never admit it out loud ( Read more... )

El carino que te tengo, yo te no lo puedo negar.  The love I have for you, I cannot deny.
Se me sale la babita, yo no lo puedo evitar.  My mouth is watering, I just can't help myself.

[ lyrics Chan Chan - Buena Vista Social Club ]

She comes back from her trip to the bar and drops the bag she's carrying on the couch.  She heads straight for the bar, ( Read more... )

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