The Shadow Clan

Foreign Feelings

After burying the bodies of the intruders who tried to kidnap Cecilia, Antonio went back into the house and met Aji and Cecilia who were waiting in the living room.

"I don't know where they came from. Since you left us, they have been coming almost every 12 hours. They always find our place. And I've always been able to avoid them. But somehow this time I failed. They came faster than I expected," said Antonio.

"Isn't that normal?" asked Cecilia at Antonio's statement.

"Yes. But it's too soon. I haven't even slept in 36 hours. Maybe that's why I missed it. My alertness level was reduced because I was too tired," said Antonio.

"Then get a good night's rest after this. Let me keep watch," said Aji.

Antonio looked at Aji for a moment. He wanted to trust him with this. But this was his job.

"I can't. This is my job," Antonio said.

"But if you are negligent? Can you be responsible for Cecilia's safety? Just rest after this. Sleep as much as you can. I have three days before I return,