Chapter 19

Augusto walked through the hall, stopping at the foot of the staircase. He took a deep breath before beginning the climb. His muscles were still stiff, and each step required effort, but he did not allow himself to hesitate. Step by step, he reached the top and walked down the corridor to his bedroom.

As he entered, his eyes scanned the familiar room. Everything was just as he remembered, yet it felt different. Perhaps because he himself was different.

He went to the walk-in closet a