The building bore her name… and she feared the worst.

rocking chair next to a bookcase, a kitchen adapted for her trembling hands, and on the bed a blanket woven in Alicia’s favorite color.

—I want you to live here with me whenever you want —Lucía said—.

I bought the upstairs apartment to be close by.

Not to watch you.

To accompany you.

So that you never again feel like a burden.

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