TWENTY NINE

Chapter 29

Antonio has several states of consciousness when he dreams. Like this one. The man was in a large meadow. A lake lay between them. Antonio was not alone. There was a woman there. She smiled warmly at Antonio, then called out to him in a soft, caring voice. Antonio lay down on her lap. The bright sunlight, and the strong wind made his eyes misty. He couldn't see clearly who she was. How was her face? Did Antonio know her? No, Antonio had no idea.

As his body turned to sit up, the woman held him down. The summer hat that partially covered her face felt familiar. Antonio miraculously followed her wishes. They lay down. Ate some snacks and light meals. Enjoying the breathtaking view. The man couldn't remember if he had ever been on a date like this before. The experience felt fresh and new. Strangely, it reminded him of Sydney, while making Antonio deny it.

Sydney... would never do such a sweet thing.

Antonio stopped thinking as she started kissing him. She tied a red ribbon. I