Chapter 22: Alone In the Dark

Of course, he had tested the function and already knew before that the agreed number of ringtones sound on Jorge's connection for 24 hours. He knew that Jorge would be waiting for him on a secure line unless something urgent had come up. Jorge spoke first.

"It's good to hear your voice." "Like yours..."

There was an awkward silence. Magnus Jordan didn't think it would be so difficult for him to speak and obviously, it wasn't easier for Jorge either! "Is everything okay?"

"Yes and with you?"

"Also!"

"The family is doing well?" added Magnus Jordan a little uncertainly.

"Everything great, no need to worry!" Jorge almost bit his tongue. This last sentence could be taken as a hint at worst. And yet there was practically no chance of anyone overhearing this conversation, not after all the precautions he had taken. Still, they had to remember to remain cautious. But the relief he heard in Magnus Jordan's voice was worth the risk.

"How is the work going?"

“Everything is the same, just