6. Regina

Flashback

"Christ, move" he grabs the extinguisher and puts out the fire. I realize there was a kitchen towel next to the stovetop and it's half burnt. That must be the source of the fire. Or the oil I accidentally poured on the towel. Federico turns to look at me, annoyance flashing in his eyes. I wonder if it was his favorite towel "Were you trying to burn my house down?"

"I want eggs"

"Yes, Your Highness. Who the fuck do you think I am? Your maid?"

"Then move. I'll cook for myself"

"Forget it" he takes the pan with burnt eggs and throws it in the sink then grabs another one. Cracking two eggs in a bowl. I wonder why I didn't think of that.

"Make it four"

"You know I'm starting to think this deal is not worth all this trouble. Eat your fucking eggs and go back home"

"We already signed the contract," I tell him watching the way he flips the eggs. How are they not burnt? "How did you do that?"

"Control the fire. If you're not sure about the amount of heat to