Alex returned to Mexico shortly after concluding his visit to Iran. With America on its toes about a new and hostile nuclear power, the Cartel had some breathing room. And while Alex had not spent his time in the area directly negotiating with the Iranian Government for the purchase of arms, he had opened up a path to doing so.
Of course, Alex gained some valuable military contacts in Iran, and because of this, he immediately gave them to La Madre. Who was scowling when she realized the real reason Alex had taken such a dangerous and risky journey.
"I don't know how you did it. After all, I never actually believed you were all that smart... But you did this, didn't you?"
Alex simply smirked when he heard this, before confirming that he was indeed the one was responsible. But not directly the way he spoke made it, so he was not outright admitting to his wicked deed.