FabrizioMatilde was determined to take a few classes to Padua’s botanical garden. When she outlined her plan during a teachers’ meeting, though, only one of the other teachers offered his support: Fabrizio.
He was several years younger than her and had only arrived in September, as a substitute. He was as passionate as Matilde about his job and established a fantastic relationship with his students.
Soon Matilde realized that he was a precious ally, thanks to his enthusiasm and availability, and involved him in her plans for the visit to the botanical garden. Thus, they started seeing each other often in the teachers’ lounge, to develop their idea and define the details of the visit.
Twice a week Fabrizio was picked up by Francesca, his girlfriend, a young woman of about twenty-six with
