"Heitor"

I arranged with Clara to keep Sam away from the yard, keeping her and her grandmother busy knitting, and I asked Enzo to help with the plans I'd made with Perla and Joaquim for Samantha's surprise. We would set the dinner table in the yard, which was full of flowers and very well-kept.

The hours passed quickly, but we managed to get everything ready. Perla told me that when Sam was a child, she used to play a lot in this yard and always loved it, so it was perfect for what I wanted to do.

I talked to Grandma Elenice—after all, I was at her house—and she was thrilled with what I wanted to do. She sneaked me into her room and gave me something very special to complete my surprise. Her gesture touched me deeply.

That night, dinner was served in the yard. Dona Elenice had two employees who had put a lot of effort into everything; they were excellent cooks. We ate dinner amid lively conversation and laughter. Then, before dessert, I surprised Samantha. I stood up, caught everyone'