DARIO
I can't help but smile at the sight of Luciana in a group hug with the three stubborn kids.
It takes me back. Back to a little girl l’m trying not to think about.
Prince wants me to join them. I see the flush in Luciana’s cheeks as she looks for an excuse.
“That was meant for her,” I tell the kids, to save her from the dilemma.
“Besides, we've just played together, right? And I'm all sweaty. I wouldn't want to contaminate her with my sweat.” I add without tearing my gaze away from her.
“But all of us are sweaty, and she still hugged us,” Kristi complains.
I forgot how stubborn children can be.
“How about a hi-five. And then, the next visit, we will have a very big group hug,” I offer.
At least that settles the situation.
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After freshening up, in the bathrooms, I help
