CHAPTER 22

Pablo

Panic takes hold of me. I don't know how to justify my presence here.

Me: Oh, I had no idea.

Vienna: Yes, I live just a few steps from here. I went out to get some fresh air.

Tonio: You know that nice charitable soul? He just paid for this apartment. A few minutes ago, I was homeless. I will be eternally grateful to him because people like him are rare if not non-existent.

Vienna: Yes, I know him. He is a very good friend of mine. I am happy for you, sir?

Tonio: Tonio, my name is Tonio.

Vienna: Pleased to meet you. (He turns to me) Well then, would you like to come and have a hot coffee at my place?

I decline his offer but he forces me to. I've never seen someone as tough as him. I wonder if I made a mistake and that he hasn't continued to follow me since I closed the gym.

I sigh and follow him home.