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Change of plans

Brian

I looked at her feeling embarrassed because I remembered that a few days ago everyone had mentioned the desire for a quick trip to the Hamptons, and I had emphatically refused.

"Of course, Eloá. I completely forgot about this trip."

I had been so absent-minded in recent days, with my thoughts always betraying me by bringing up inappropriate and untimely feelings, that I didn't even remember the weekend trip.

"Do you want to come with me, Eloá?" Aunt Melanie invited the girl.

"Yes, Aunt Melanie," the little girl quickly agreed. "We'll be back soon, Daddy. Don't worry."

Eloá went to my aunt and held her hand as they left the room towards the staircase hall that led to the upper floor. Their excitement was visible as they immediately started chatting and laughing.

I followed Oliver to the living room, and we each sat in a comfortable armchair, both seeming to be lost in our own thoughts.

"It's remarkable how much happier Eloá seems now than before," I couldn't help but comment. "
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