Chapter 21

“Wow. That’s some deep shit right there, especially with the way you sounded all hypnotized. Fuck. Don’t tell me you fell in love already because once a putaalways a fucking puta.”

I laughed. “Fuck you, prick.” I wasn’t in love, though, not even close. I knew the difference between being infatuated and being in love. I was just able to know that it couldturn into love at some point, based on my past experiences with relationships.

He laughed as well. “I want you happy, Alexito. You know that. But I also know how you get when you fall in love. You’re not the same when that happens.”

Juanito was right. When I fell in love, I gave my all and extra. I was an easy target when it came to the risk of being betrayed, like a fucking doormat. I didn’t want to go through the pain again. I sighed. “I know.”

After a brief pause, Juanito asked, “Is he good to you?”