Chapter Nineteen: Forbidden Indulgence

Victoria sipped her mimosa by the hotel pool, idly watching the tanned, toned bodies lounging in the Cancun sun. This vacation was proving utterly dreadful so far - the service subpar, the amenities lacking. She deserved much better than this ramshackle resort.

With an irritated huff, she signaled for another drink from the cabana attendant. If she was going to be subjected to these peasant-class accommodations, she would at least be properly liquored up.

As the young man brought her fresh mimosa, Victoria's gaze lingered a moment too long on his athletic physique. He couldn't have been much older than her daughter Ava, but there was an undeniable, roguish charm about him. Catching her staring, he flashed a brilliant smile.

"Everything to your liking, ma'am?"

Victoria felt a surprising flutter in her stomach as she looked into his sparkling hazel eyes. Flustered, she struggled to regain her usual icy aplomb.