Chapter 120

With Carlos’s wounds tended to as best we could, Sasha and I found a moment of respite in the dimly lit hotel room. The air was thick with a mixture of relief and tension as we sat close to each other, seeking solace and comfort.

“Sasha, I’m grateful we found Carlos and got him the help he needed,” I said, my voice filled with gratitude. “But we can’t forget about our own well-being and our plans for the future.”

Sasha nodded, her eyes filled with concern and affection. “You’re right, Alex. We need to be proactive and find a way to sustain ourselves. We can’t rely on luck alone.”

I felt her fingers gently tracing circles on my hand, a gesture that brought a sense of calm amidst the chaos. “Exactly. We need stability, a sense of purpose. Have you considered finding a job?”

A smile tugged at the corners of my lips as I thought about the bartender position I had my eye on. “Funny you should mention that. There’s actually a bartending job not too far from here th