Chapter 77 A Game Of Shadows

• Aemilio's heart raced as he turned to Evangelina, determination etched into every line of his face. "I promise you, I will protect you. Nothing and no one will harm you while I'm alive. You need to trust me and come with me."
• Her eyes searched his, looking for reassurance amid the storm of emotions swirling within her. "Aemilio, what if this is a trap? What if Raimundo has something planned?"
• He cupped her face in his hands, grounding her with his gaze. "It's a risk we have to take. But I swear, I'll be there every step of the way. You're not alone in this anymore."