Chapter 58Yes, it was a rather good night under the circumstances, Sergio decides, when he wakes up a bit later than usually on Saturday morning. He slept well, despite of what happened earlier the evening.And despite of the fact that the bed beside him is now empty and the cut on his lip stiff and tight. And over his one eye there is clearly the first sign of a black eye coming.And it is not because they were in a bar fight. An old fashion bar fight.No. It was a fight between him and Diego.As the devil wanted it, the group with which Diego and Sergio went out fishing, walked into someone’s bachelors party last night. But as they know how to contain themselves, they chose a spot at the bar counter, away from that loud and wild group.After a few drinks Diego and he decided it was time to go.But that was the moment some exotic dancers walked in. Dancers arranged as entertainment for the groom and his group. And what they were paid for, was not just dancing.The next thing Sergio
Chapter 57It is almost nine o’clock, Friday night, it started to rain, just after sunset and there is no sign of Diego and Sergio.“Do they do this often?” Leah asks, trying not to sound too concerned. “Leave in the morning to get on a boat and return long after dark.”“No, it never happened before,” says Father Martinez, before walking out of the front door for the zillionth time, to pace the sandy driveway that leads to the house.“Until today, they haven’t even liked each other. They never done anything together. But it is as if they suddenly bond, since the two of you arrived here, Leah.” Sister Silvia is close to tears.“They will be fine,” Mother Martinez starts the kettle again. “Tea will calm us all down. And then Leah, it is going to be back to bed with you. We must not forget that you had an operation yesterday.”“It was just a little procedure. I am not going to bed before I know that Sergio and Diego is safe, and okay and at home…”Just then Father Martinez walks in, with
Chapter 56She did not hear him come in. Just at one stage feel his wonderful warm body next to her. On Thursday morning Leah feels so much better, she gets up to take a shower. But before she gets dressed, Sergio also wakes up and pointed to the bed.“Lie down, let me check your wound. Doctor Klitz gave me strict instructions on how to take care of you.”He takes of the wet plaster and dressing and inspect the wound at her bellybutton. “Neat work,” he says and apply the new dressing. “How do you feel? Are you in pain?”“No, I actually feel very good, thank you. And I am hungry.”“Good. I will also take a quick shower, and then we will join my family for breakfast in…” he checks his watch. “In ten minutes.”It is at the breakfast table that Diego invites Sergio to join him on a fishing trip, on a trawler. He does it once a week to bring supplies for the lodge. Seeing that Sergio is on vacation and he missed that opportunity last time, why not join him.“Oh no,” Sergio raises a hand.
Chapter 55Something is going on with Sergio, Leah realises as the drive to his parent’s place. The normally dead serious vet has the giggles. She asked him once what it was and he just said. “I’ll demonstrate it to you as soon as you feel better.”“Why?”“Because if you been in my shoes half an hour ago, you’d tear the stitches from your wound.”On their way down to Sergio’s room, they quickly say hello to the family. They were concerned about Leah, but now that they seen with their own eyes that she is actually still alive and back on her feet, they start making plans for supper.“Not for me, thank you. I just want to go back to sleep,” Leah says. “But Sergio, you must join your family for supper. I don’t want anything to eat, I am still a bit nausea.” “I will put Leah to bed, make sure she is comfortable and then I will join you guys here on the deck. Leah and I will be here until Wednesday morning. Plenty of time to make up for tonight’s absence.”Where the downhill path gets a b
Chapter 54Sergio refuses to leave Leah’s side. Now he sits next to her in the recovery home with his one hand constantly searching hers as if it is a life line through witch he is sending oxidant and healing to her. Speedy recovery…“Doctor Martinez, may I see you for a minute.”“Doctor Klitz…” It’s with a heavy feeling that Sergio slowly cuts himself loose from Leah, stands up and follows the old doctor.He lets Sergio into the office of his consulting room and close the door behind him. Then he walks slowly to his chair behind the desk.His body language says one thing. And it is bad. Maybe they discovered something in Leah that is malicious and the old doctor is now going to tell him that it is her last few days on earth and they must spend their last hours together wisely.Sergio scarcely recognises his own voice when he asks. “Doctor Klitz, is it Leah? How bad is it really?” He lifts his one hand. “Oh no man. It is actually not that bad. You were there. We only removed one ova
Chapter 53Leah will never forget the expression of total shock and disappointment on Sergio’s face when Sylvi mentioned the possibility of a full hysterectomy. He is still very concerned about her and is constantly asking if he should stop when the travel past garages or places where they can take a break or stretch legs. But usually after a day or so, the cramps become less and she is already feeling a lot better.And upon feeling better she starts to get cold feet.“No, I never want to see you in such unnecessary pain, ever,” is all he says. “Besides, I really want my parents to meet you. I told them about John’s daughter that is now back on the farm. So, you can image how curious they are to see you.”Leah smile at his choice of words. Now she is John’s daughter. Not the woman he cares for or has in his bed!“Oh, before I forget…” Sergio looks a little concerned as he turns his head slightly in her direction. “Silvia… That is my sister. She’s got the same name as Sylvi, they just s