The next morning, Catarina got ready and said goodbye to her aunt, uncle, and little cousin, who was already home and doing well. With a smile that tried to convey confidence, she left, although inside she was nervous, not only because it was her first day at work, but also because of the possibility of running into Henri at some point during the day.

I wonder if he's going to stay in town for long, she wondered as she walked along the sidewalks. Even though she didn't want to see him again, th