Returning to the villa, Romeo and Julian are both on edge. The meeting with Antonio has bought them some time, but they know the peace is fragile. They start to prepare for the worst, making plans to leave town if necessary. They also begin to reach out to old contacts, trying to build a network of allies who can help them if things go south.
In the meantime, they focus on strengthening their relationship, finding comfort in each other amidst the chaos. They take long walks on the beach, cook meals together, and dream about a future where they can truly be free. For the first time, they talk about their long-term plans—starting a legitimate business, traveling the world, and building a life far away from the violence that has defined them for so long.
