⦁ Carmen Reyes – A strikingly beautiful, confident, and charismatic Black Latina "bartender",  with a curvaceous figure that turns heads wherever she goes. Half Cuban and half Black, Carmen exudes an effortless charm that often leaves other women envious and men drawn to her magnetic presence. She is unapologetically bold, embracing her femininity and allure with grace. Despite her captivating exterior, Carmen is grounded, humble, and fiercely loyal to those she loves. Known for embodying the loyalty Cuban women are celebrated for, she stands firm in her self-respect, refusing to tolerate mistreatment or disrespect. Her bond with Christy Walker is so close it’s often mistaken for a sisterly relationship. They've been inseparable since kindergarten, but Carmen sometimes struggles to balance her loyalty to Christy with her turbulent relationship with her gangster boyfriend, Ethan Tortelle. Despite the complexities in her life, Carmen is rarely seen without a smile. Her energy is contagious, and her absence is always felt when she’s not in the room. Carmen has a deeply guarded secret—a daughter she rarely speaks about, except with Christy. Her daughter was tragically abducted by Weslee Nelson's crew due to mistaken identity. While Carmen has her own connections in the streets, she knows there’s one person she could turn to for help, if only she asked. Carmen is the only woman Ethan Tortelle has ever trusted completely. She knows all of his darkest secrets: where he hides his illicit earnings, the identities of his clients involved in prostitution, gambling, bootlegging, and narcotics. Yet, Carmen’s integrity and loyalty run deep. She harbors a strong disdain for law enforcement and refuses to betray the trust Ethan has placed in her. She is unwaveringly loyal, even though she knows the delicate line she walks. Ethan, however, wouldn’t hesitate to act if he ever suspected her of betrayal, making their connection as dangerous as it is intimate. and wouldn't stop at nothing to silence her.