Before Calixto could finish his sentence, Alejandro grabbed him by the collar of his shirt, pulling him close threateningly.

"I'm warning you, Calixto. One more word and I won't be held responsible for my actions," Alejandro growled, his eyes burning with fury. "I don't care that you're her father; I will not allow you to insult her under any circumstances."

Amelia, snapping out of her initial stupor, stepped forward and placed a hand on Alejandro's arm to calm him.

"Easy, my love, please," she