Aria

I ran out of the packhouse, chased by Daniel’s aggressive and insulting tone. Although I knew this was another of Alicia’s tricks, I couldn’t prevent the sadness that overwhelmed me. I forgot about the lunch preparation and I wandered outside in the garden, lost and discouraged. So, when Maria sent someone to look for me, I pretended I was ill and returned to my place. I couldn’t afford to see Daniel again. Not after the way he had treated me.

I needed time to ...