The next morning felt heavier than usual.I barely slept.Every time I closed my eyes, I saw Elena's face.My face.Or at least a version of it.The resemblance was impossible to ignore.And today, according to Mr. K, I would finally learn the truth.The thought should have made me feel relieved.Instead, it made me nervous.Very nervous.I arrived at the dining room earlier than usual.For once, Mr. K wasn't there.The empty chair across from me felt strange.The silence felt stranger.I poured myself a cup of coffee and tried to calm my thoughts.It didn't work.A few minutes later, footsteps echoed through the room.Mr. K entered.He looked exhausted.As if he hadn't slept either.For several seconds, neither of us spoke.Then he sat down."I promised you answers."I nodded.My heart immediately sped up.He stared at the untouched coffee in front of him.As if searching for the right words.Finally, he spoke."Five years ago, I was engaged."The statement surprised me.I immediatel
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