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Chapter 78

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Justino's heart sank as he realized the extent of Natalia's lies."Who were you speaking with on the phone?" he asked, trying to keep his tone even.

"It was Antonio," Natalia replied, looking down at her feet.

"Why are you telling him all these lies?" Justino demanded, his frustration building.

"I don't know," Natalia stammered. "I was just venting to him. I didn't think it would be a big deal."

"Just because you don't think it's a big deal doesn't mean it isn't," Justino retorted. "Our relationship is built on trust and honesty, and you've just shattered both of those things."

Natalia looked up at Justino with tears in her eyes. "I know, and I'm sorry," she said quietly. "I didn't mean to hurt you. I just got carried away."

"Just please, Natalia," Justino pleaded. "In the future, think before you speak. Our relationship is too important to let something like this destroy it."

Justino and Natalia were packing their bags, ready to leave Natalia's apartment in Washington DC. Justino
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