“Alessandro”

I arrived at the company early. I was anxious to talk to Catarina, explain the situation and apologize for the millionth time in the last few days. When Patrício arrived and saw me sitting there in the reception he threw a bucket of cold water on me.

- You can go to your office. She's not coming in today. I gave her the day off, she deserves it and needs it. And I promised the girls that you won't go after her today. – Patrício said seriously.

- Damn it, Patrício! – I huffed like a grumpy teenager. – Let's go get some coffee.

When we got to the kitchen, Mrs. Margarida, Rick and Sam were talking quietly and went silent when we entered. We talked for a while and then Patrício, Rick and I went to my office.

- So, Ricardo, what do you know that I don't? – I asked, pressing him.

- I don't know what you're talking about. – Rick said.

- Oh, you know! Yes you do! – I said, walking towards him. – What's going on with Catarina? Why are you so protective of her, as if you wanted to