Chapter45

Two days later, Natalia called Justino while he was still In the prison,

Natalia waited anxiously for Justino to pick up the phone. Finally, after what seemed like ages, he answered.

"Justino!" Natalia exclaimed. "How are you holding up?"

"I'm surviving, Natalia," he said wearily. "Thanks for calling. It's good to hear your voice."

Natalia could hear the fatigue in his voice, and it broke her heart. "I miss you, Justino. I really do."

"I miss you too, mi amor," Justino replied softly. "But listen, there's something I need to tell you. You need to stay away from Anthonio. You hear me?"

Natalia was surprised by the warning. "Why? What's going on?"

"Just trust me, Natalia. Anthonio isn't someone you want to mess with," Justino said, his voice low and dangerous.

Natalia was taken aback by the sudden change in tone. She had never heard Justino speak like that before. "Okay, Justino. I'll stay away from him. But why are you so worried about him?"

"Just don't question me, Natalia," Justin