The entire trip downstairs I practiced what I was about to tell his parents. I would apologize for being such a pest, and then I would tell them that I would be on my way as soon as possible and that they did not have to worry about me. "Loa!" Victoria exclaims as soon as I round the corner into the kitchen. She embraces me into her arms and I awkwardly return it, my eyes glancing at Samuel. "How are you dear?" She pulls away to inspect my face. "Good morning," I say softly, thankful that I had brushed my teeth and she smiles. "I'm fine, thank you." "Samuel told us what happen, I assure you that it would be no trouble if you stayed with us." She leaves me only for a second, to grab a plate and place it where I was supposed to sit down. I take a slowly seat next to Samuel, who was just

