Chapter 198: Racing Thoughts

Tiago settled into the car seat, letting out a faint groan. "I hate long rides," he muttered, rubbing his temples. "Carsickness always gets the best of me." Mariana raised an eyebrow, her expression sceptical. "Carsickness?" she echoed, a hint of amusement in her tone. "You didn't mention that before." Tiago shrugged, his discomfort evident. "It comes and goes," he replied vaguely, not wanting to delve into the details. "Just try to drive smoothly, okay?" Mariana nodded, understanding his request. "Of course," she said, turning to the driver. "But keep up the speed. We need to get to Lisbon City as quickly as possible, while ensuring safety." The driver acknowledged her instructions with a nod, adjusting his speed accordingly. Mariana leaned back in her seat, her mind drifting back to the events of the morning. A flashback washed over her – the phone call from an unknown number, the voice on the other end delivering the shocking news of Drew's fall from a building. Panic had gripp