Chapter 12

“Sending the documents to my email was enough. I didn’t ask you to send me the papers,” Santiago’s voice was low as he whispered through the phone, the papers in his hands ruffling at his grip. “Don’t worry, I’ll get my accountant to wire you some money,” he grunted, his hand running through his jet black hair. He slid his phone into his pockets while he held the papers, his fingers drumming noisily on them. He stared at them as though he had been served a quit notice from his landlord. “Santi?” Renata popped her head through the door, her eyes darting across the room. “There you are, baby.” She smiled when she saw him standing by the window engulfed by what was written on the papers. “Baby?” She tapped his shoulder when he didn’t look at her. “Oh God!” He jerked in fright when her cold hand brushed against his. “Babe, are you okay?” She cupped his face in her hands. “Ye…yes, I was… errmmm…” he stuttered, panic rushing through his chest. “You didn’t hear me come in? Is everyth