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" I thought you wouldn't come today," the man commented as Katia approached the counter.

"I'm sorry. Between leaving late and getting a bit distracted on the way... I wasn't sure if I'd make it in time," she apologized.

"Are Adri's medications from the last time working well?" He took the child's health card that Katia offered.

"Fortunately, yes."

"Then he should start the treatment. That way, the medicine's effect will be stronger."

"I can't afford it. Besides, it's too expensive, and they always reject it."

"My son mentioned that to me," he said, looking at the computer. "Darío is worried that suddenly..." He trailed off, looking at the girl.

"Dario is very kind and cares a lot about Adri," she smiled. "I can tell you that Adri spent some time trying to set us up so that his grandson could become his brother," she laughed.

"Haha," the man laughed, moving away from the computer. "This kid... I think you should give it a try. My son cares about you a lot and loves your son just as muc