Chapter 14
Sophia Leibowitz’s Penthouse
4:37 p.m.
Sophia arrived at her apartment in a hurry and called out, “Olá!”
Gabriela came running, almost knocking her over. “Oi, Mamãe.”
“Hello, my love.” She got down on her knees, hugging the little girl and showering her face with kisses.
“You’re home early today. How was your day? I missed you. I did a pretty drawing for you. And I learned how to write my name and yours. Can I show you?” The girl jumped excitedly. “Can I? Can I?”
Sophia laughed, standing up with her daughter cradled in her arms. “I missed you too, my angel, and, yes, you can show me your drawing. And yes, you can write our names for me. But then I’ll have to run for a meeting. Maria will tell you two stories tonight. How’s that?” She looked up at the nanny. “Maria, I’m no
