July 28, 1741
Late Evening, ViennaThe Trapensi business continued to grow and, with it, our market. Goods were being shipped all over Europe and I took the opportunity to accompany some of the products when the destination was the bigger cities. Immersing myself in the gaiety of places like Paris and Zurich brightened my spirits.
I also went to Vienna, but my mood was more complicated whenever I was in that city. Antonio had remained there even after his benefactor had passed from the scene. But I heard stories about how he had taken up a new residence, a cheaper apartment, according to his available funds.
This afternoon, I received a note at my apartment that Antonio was inviting me to visit him. The note gave no indication whether I was the only guest, but it called out the address o
