Chapter 79

Chapter 79

Natalia's POV

I really wished I could arrest the driver, but it was just that—wishes. I would definitely be questioned for visiting a gangster-infested area, so I decided to let him be. I took a slow and deliberate walk along the roadside.

I wanted to ignore the fear creeping into my heart but couldn't. The last incident at Madrileno's place kept replaying in my head.

The barking of a dog snapped me out of my thoughts, and I increased my pace.

By the time I reached the building, the sun had already set. It took me great resolve to press the doorbell. I almost ran when I did, but my feet refused to move.

A few seconds later, the door creaked open, and Barrio's face peeped out.

His brows furrowed the moment he recognized me.

"Natalia, what are you doing here?" He bellowed.

"I came to see Madrileno," I replied defiantly, refusing to lower my pride.

Barrio walked out and closed the door behind him as he sized me up.

"You came to see the boss?" He asked, his voice dripping with