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Sofia

"Ah, no! I didn't want anything from him... I mean... The money was his. I had no right at all!

"What are you doing now?" Jay inquires and is poked by his sister again. "Ouch!

I smile. They're adorable!

"Actually, I'm not doing anything... except looking for a job!

"You could come work with us!" my friend exclaims, exchanging a glance with Emma.

"Yes! Holy shit, it would be an honor to have you help us!" she agrees. "I remember well how you are in the kitchen!

For the first time in many days, I feel a glimmer of hope. Laura squeezes my arm, just as eager as I am.

"Are you serious?"

"Of course!" he confirms. "But keep in mind that we won't be able to pay much in the beginning.

"Yes, he's right. If we're lucky, our little place will succeed and things can get better over time." Emma takes my hands. "Are you ready to embark on this journey with us?"

"You can be sure that I am!

I start working the next day, with renewed energy and faith that everything will work out in m
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