We're fine, Antonio. But... Why do you ask? You sound worried. What's going on, son?" Lucas asked curiously. Antonio hesitated for a moment, trying to push down the fear gnawing at him. He couldn't tell them the truth, no need to. He couldn't drag them into the chaos of his past life. He will explain later, not now. So, he swallowed hard and forced himself to lie. "It's nothing, really. I just... I had a nightmare. A bad one. I was worried about you both. I apologize for calling because of something as silly as this." Lucas chuckled softly, clearly reassured. "Ah, a nightmare, huh? Don't worry about us, Antonio. We're doing great. Gabi's cooking up a storm like always, and we were just talking about how much we miss you. When I saw your call, I thought my son would visit soon, but it gladdens my heart that you care about us this deeply, too". Antonio smiled despite the tension in his chest. "I miss you both, too. I just wanted to hear your voices. It... it makes me feel better." "Well, you know you can always call home anytime," Lucas said kindly. "But don't worry, hijo. We're safe. How about Hinata?" Antonio's grip tightened on the phone as a lump formed in his throat. "She...she is fine". He replied tightly, trying not to give his emotions away. "Take good care of yourself and Hinata... Gabi said she will have a grandchild on the next visit...she dreams too much". He laughed and Antonio joined him, forcibly. "Tell her that I will do something about it and that I missed her so much. Take care of yourself and Mother. I will see you guys soon." "Of course...son" Lucas replied happily. "One...one more thing, I will send some securities to keep you under supervision. I will explain why you need it, later". Antonio said, praying silently that he won't refuse. Lucas was confused at the statement, he was silent. "Securities? What for?" "Yes, so please do cooperate with them, I will explain later". Antonio replied. Lucas sighed. "Okay. I hear you, son". As the call ended, Antonio closed his eyes, letting out a long sigh of relief. They were safe. For now. "Everything okay?" Courtney asked from the driver's seat, her gaze flicking toward him. "Yeah," Antonio replied, slipping his phone back into his pocket. "They're safe. I told them it was just a nightmare." Courtney nodded thoughtfully. "Good. I'll make a call. We'll get three men to keep an eye on them, I will need to address." Antonio opened his eyes, a bit uncomfortable. "Those men, do you trust them?" Antonio asked. "Yes I do, don't worry, they are my most trusted ones". Courtney replied with a smile. Antonio exhaled, nodding, but the knot in his chest remained, the panic is still there. "Thank you, Courtney," he said quietly. Courtney glanced at him with a soft smile. "We'll keep them safe, Antonio. Don't worry about them... I know how much they mean to you. They will be safe." "I hope so". Antonio groaned and leaned back in the seat, with a deep breath. A few minutes later, he opened his eyes and stared out the window as the scenery blurred past them. Though he'd managed to calm his immediate fear, however, he got the feeling that the worst is yet to come. The fight wasn't over, and the closer they get to Damon, the more he felt the past closing in on him. Courtney glanced at back, Antonio. He was looking as frustrated as ever, and worried with panic. She could see him clenching his fingers over and over again, nervously. She sighed and pulled out her phone, dialing Angela's number. She knew Angela would be heartbroken to hear about Antonio's decision, but she couldn't keep her in the dark. Besides, she must be waiting to hear from her regarding Antonio. The phone rang a few times before Angela answered, her voice hesitant. "Hello?" "Hello, Courtney, thank goodness you called, I was running out of patience." Angela replied. "We have a little problem, Angela". That made Angela's heart skip. There was a long pause from her end. "He didn't want us, right? I told you it was useless to go talk to him." "No, that's not it. The Japanese lady, Hinata was abducted by Damon's men, and they called Antonio requesting him to come back to the Montero's if he wants her to live". Angela's eyes doubled in size. "What?!" Her voice cracked, as if she was struggling to believe it. "He's... going back? Don't tell me he is going back for her, it's dangerous, Courtney!" "Well, I told him that," Courtney replied, switching the call to loudspeaker, so Antonio could hear as well.