'Could this man be...?' Ella wondered, her curiosity piqued and suspicion growing. The question lingered in the air, surrounding the mysterious stranger standing before them.
Reid's brow furrowed as he noticed Ella's focus on Miguel. He cleared his throat softly and smoothly positioned himself between Ella and Miguel.
"Hmm." Reid's voice carried subtly across the room, capturing Miguel's attention. "You've met my wife?"
"Wife?" Miguel exclaimed in a hushed yet incredulous tone, leaning to peer behind Reid at Ella. His eyes locked onto hers. "Really?" Meeting Ella's gaze, Miguel summoned the courage to pose a question.
Reid fixed Miguel with a steely glare, his eyes flashing with anger. With a tone that brooked no argument, he demanded, "Do I look like I'm joking?" Reid's gaze bore into
