Chapter 98

Gabriel drove carefully while Jussara, in the passenger seat, held the sleeping baby in her arms. Júlio followed close behind, with Mary resting her head on his shoulder, gazing out the window and absorbing the calmness of the landscape.

When they arrived, Dona Amélia was already waiting at the entrance, accompanied by a few household staff members, all eager for the family’s return. As soon as she saw the car pull in, Amélia hurried down the porch steps with a warm smile on her face