CHAPTER 44

  The cool air from the air conditioner touched their skin, providing a refreshing sensation after a long journey.

  When they arrived in Thomas' room, the children quickly headed for the long chairs located in the corner of the room. They lay down relaxed, feeling the comfort offered by the chair. They looked around with unstoppable curiosity, waiting for Thomas' words that would reveal the truth that had been hidden.

  Thomas stood in the middle of the room, looking at them affectionately. He was touched to see his children so trusting him, so ready to accept whatever he had to say. He appreciates their courage to face truths that may be difficult for them to accept.

  In the silence created, Thomas began his story. He told about his struggle to find the truth, about the worries and fears that surrounded him. He explained that family is not just about blood relations, but about inner bonds that grow and are intertwined over the course of life.